Resort Synopsis

INTRODUCTION:
A resort can be defined as a home away from home. According to resort properties act,
a resort is an establishment offering food and drink, ayurvedic/yoga facilities, sleeping
accommodation if any traveler who appears able and willing to pay for services and
facilities provided. In this ever growing world, the standard of living of an average
middle class human being has risen. His responsibilities and work schedule are
increasing at the same rate. As a result, there is an increasing need for leisure time to
give them a break from their daily work.

RESORTS
– Ideal getaway for most families away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Man has
been able to assert so much power over the environment, where he also forms a part.
The Nature will always be in equilibrium and when we introduce certain activities, we
might bring about equilibrium that is not conducive to our livelihood. The resultant will
be a deteriorating environment. The awareness of deteriorating scenic beauty and
destruction of environment and the ecosystem is increasing. Hence this thesis attempts
to study the existing problems faced on Site scale and correct it by suitable propositions
or let the present condition linger on for more without disturbing the existing features.

AIM OF THE PROJECT:

The aim of this project is to study the topography, environmental factors, microclimate
of the region, landscape, soil characteristics etc and cater to the needs and anticipations
of the dwellers.
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To cater not only to the primary necessities of food and shelter but also to the secondary
and tertiary necessities of the dwellers, providing comfort and luxury.
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To provide the pollution free, cool, peaceful environment in its true prevailing form in
order to facilitate the inmates to enjoy the beauty of the place.
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To satisfy the feeling of every individual who comes to the island – To live with nature
and the resultant building to blend harmoniously with the surroundings.

NECESSITY:
In today’s world there are high rise and high-tech buildings taking over, their never-
ending shadows. People are escaping to the outdoors to get more acquainted with
nature. Hence a resort whose design is sympathetic to the environmental values would
probably be a very welcome proposal. Environmental values must be respected in
today’s world of growing aware on environmental issues, buildings should be
environmental order.

SELECTION OF TOPIC:
Plenty of people take interest in retreating away from the busy schedule of everyday life
to the most interesting places to stay and find a break shelter. The raw and natural
environment amuses the tourists of all ages hailing from different parts of the world.
Today’s traveler wants to experience the real thing. What travelers expect is a hotel or
resort which reflects and respects the environment in which it is situated and an
experience that enhances their lives in a meaningful and memorable way. The time is
opportune for architects to break away from the shackles of constrained architecture and
give vent to their creativity in design for leisure activities.