Six Senses Galapagos is located in the eastern part of the island of St. Cristobal, Galapagos. 20 km east from the capital Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, the site is situated on a disturbed piece of land, in close proximity to the National Park and which has 180 degree views of the Ocean.
HM Design is the Design Architect for most of the buildings and brought in the world’s topmost Bamboo Architect-Simon Velez to design four of the structures. HM Design is collaborating with local Architect to provide FULL Planning and Design services. The main concept is to create an architectural style that is responsive to both the cultural and natural context of the site. The master plan includes buildings such as High-End Villas, Great House (Main Reception, Dining and Lounge Building) Six Senses Spa and Fitness Center, Experience Center, Research Center, Meditation and Massage Gazebos, Solar Farm and Battery Storage, Back of House, Staff Housing. HM Design is currently working on the Design Development package.
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AWARDS:
2016 – United Nations (GFHS/UNEP) “Planning and Design” award
2014 – One of four out of 57 projects that won the “Award of Excellence” for the Florida American Society of Landscape Architects (FLASLA) awards.
MEDIA:
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