{"id":16,"date":"2019-04-19T15:11:16","date_gmt":"2019-04-19T06:11:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aaa-fund.com\/?p=16"},"modified":"2025-07-28T16:25:43","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T07:25:43","slug":"bawa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aaa-fund.com\/en\/bawa\/","title":{"rendered":"Bawa Architecture in Sri Lanka\uff5cCharacteristics and Recommended Bawa Design Hotels"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Bawa architecture refers to buildings designed by the Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Manning Bawa.<\/p>\n<p>Bawa's architecture has enjoyed enduring popularity since time immemorial.<\/p>\n<p>It has attracted attention by inspiring many architects and serving as the inspiration for buildings that have become popular in recent years.<\/p>\n<p>This time, we introduce the architecture of Sri Lanka's Bawa and the hotels designed by Bawa.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Jeffrey Bawa's Career<\/h2>\n<p>Born in 1919, Geoffrey Bawa, who was working as a solicitor, purchased land to create an ideal place.<\/p>\n<p>However, lacking knowledge of architecture, I went abroad to study at university.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Upon returning to his homeland, he commenced his career as an architect and collaborated with Danish architects to develop a distinctive architectural style known as Tropical Botanism.<\/p>\n<p>The ideal land that was a dream<strong>Nulganga<\/strong>He named it '...' and tended it until his death in 2003.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The garden is currently open to the public, and the six guest rooms are available for overnight stays.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Characteristics of Geoffrey Bawa's Design<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-136\" src=\"https:\/\/aaa-fund.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2023-04-19-15.09.12.png\" alt=\"\u30d0\u30ef\u5efa\u7bc9\" width=\"1250\" height=\"852\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aaa-fund.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2023-04-19-15.09.12.png 1250w, https:\/\/aaa-fund.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2023-04-19-15.09.12-768x523.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1250px) 100vw, 1250px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In Bawa's architecture, the building exists only because of the land; neither the land nor the building stands alone, creating a seamless space where a natural connection is expressed without any sense of incongruity.<\/p>\n<p>A building method that incorporates natural light and wind, designed to integrate with the surrounding natural environment.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Tropical Modernism<\/h3>\n<p>Tropical Modernism is the distinctive design created by Geoffrey Bawa in collaboration with Ulrik Persson.<\/p>\n<p>It blends functional and rational modernist architecture with elements of the tropical natural environment.<\/p>\n<p>Jeffrey Bawa was the pioneer of modernist architecture in Asia, and tropical modernism continues to captivate many people to this day.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Bentota's 'Nulganga'<\/h3>\n<p>Along the coast of Colombo in Sri Lanka lies the town of Bentota.<\/p>\n<p>There stands Nurul Ganga, designed by Geoffrey Bawa, and this is<strong>It is known as the Country House by Geoffrey Bawa.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Throughout his career as an architect, Geoffrey Bawa maintained Nulgangga for over forty years.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Infinity pool<\/h3>\n<p>The infinity pool, now adopted even by luxury hotels, was created by Geoffrey Bawa.<\/p>\n<p>An infinity pool is a pool that appears to have no outer walls, creating the sensation that the surrounding landscape and the pool itself merge into one.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>A prime example of a contemporary hotel is Singapore's \"<strong>Marina Bay Sands<\/strong>The pool is located on the 57th floor.<\/p>\n<p>It is popular for its very modern design, but was actually built during the era of Geoffrey Bawa.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Recommended Hotels Designed by Geoffrey Bawa<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-137 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/aaa-fund.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2023-04-19-15.10.10.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"702\" height=\"473\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aaa-fund.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2023-04-19-15.10.10.png 1508w, https:\/\/aaa-fund.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/\u30b9\u30af\u30ea\u30fc\u30f3\u30b7\u30e7\u30c3\u30c8-2023-04-19-15.10.10-768x517.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 702px) 100vw, 702px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The architecture of Geoffrey Bawa has also greatly influenced Aman Resorts, the world's luxury hotels.<\/p>\n<p>Numerous hotels designed by Geoffrey Bawa are available for general tourists to stay in.<\/p>\n<p>I'll recommend some hotels.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Heritance Gandaram<\/h3>\n<p>Surrounded by numerous trees, Heritance Gandamala feels as though it exists within a forest.<\/p>\n<p>Built in 1994, this hotel retains a modern charm despite having stood for approximately 25 years.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Natural rock has been used in the lounge and corridors, with sunlight spilling through the gaps in the trailing vines, creating a design that feels integrated with nature.<\/p>\n<p>Before you lies Kandamala Lake, and the infinity pool built at the hotel creates a space that seems to merge with the lake.<\/p>\n<p>Related:<a href=\"https:\/\/aaa-fund.com\/en\/heri\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A thorough guide to the Bawa-inspired hotel 'Heritance Kandalama', blending seamlessly with nature, based on first-hand experience!<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>The Blue Water<\/h3>\n<p>A hotel constructed in 1998,<strong>It is located in Wadduwa.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The site where the hotel stands was originally a coconut plantation, and we have utilised it without felling any of the trees that were present from the outset.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Many trees still remain on the grounds, allowing guests to enjoy a hotel immersed in nature.<\/p>\n<p>Jeffrey Bawa's signature fusion with water can also be felt through the pool within the grounds.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This hotel is Geoffrey Bawa's final work and is also renowned as his definitive masterpiece.<\/p>\n<p>Weddings can also be held here, so if you're lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of the bride and groom.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Jetwing Lagoon<\/h3>\n<p>This five-star hotel was renovated in 2012 by a disciple of Geoffrey Bawa, incorporating elements of Bawa's design.<\/p>\n<p>Before the renewal, \"<strong>Blue Lagoon<\/strong>It is known as the first hotel designed by Geoffrey Bawa.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The natural landscape stretching out before me evokes a sense of openness,<strong>There is also a pool measuring 100 metres in length.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Moreover, it is a hotel that utilises solar energy and is mindful of the environment.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Jetwing Lighthouse<\/h3>\n<p>Built in 1997, this hotel offers rooms where opening the window reveals views of the beach and surrounding nature, allowing guests to enjoy a feeling of openness.<\/p>\n<p>The design, which makes the most of the terrain, creates a sense of unity with nature and is considered one of the finest masterpieces among Geoffrey Bawa's later works.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The hotel's objets d'art and artwork lend an air of luxury, while the beach right before your eyes offers the kind of relaxed time unique to a resort destination.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Jetwing Beach<\/h3>\n<p>The Royal Oceanic Hotel designed by Geoffrey Bawa,<strong>The disciple renovated it as a five-star hotel in 2004.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>With the beach right in front and every room featuring a terrace, you can enjoy ocean views from any room.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In addition to the pool beneath the front and the garden pool, one can also see water features, evoking the distinctive Bawa style.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Heritage Ayurveda Mah\u0101 Ged\u0101ra Hotel<\/h3>\n<p>Ayurveda is India's traditional medicine, and this hotel incorporates Ayurveda.<\/p>\n<p>Situated directly opposite Balewara Beach, its simple, clean guest rooms are complemented by gardens and a pool where guests can savour the vast natural surroundings.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The design's characteristic feature is its seamless integration with the outdoors.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Avani Bentota Resort<\/h3>\n<p>This hotel is located along Bentota Beach.<\/p>\n<p>Jeffrey Bawa, inspired by a Dutch village, has woven in a modern and luxurious design.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The pool, which seems as though it were nestled within nature itself, takes on a fantastical appearance at night when illuminated by lights.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond the pool, the sea stretches out, allowing you to experience nature firsthand.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>To connect the building with the outdoors, small courtyards are placed throughout, creating spaces that blend more naturally with the surroundings.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Heritance Ahungalla<\/h3>\n<p>A hotel built in Gandaram in 1981,<strong>It is also the first five-star hotel in Sri Lanka.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There is an infinity pool that seems to extend right onto the beach before you, and this very pool is the origin of the infinity pool.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>As it is an open lobby, you can also enjoy panoramic views of the pool and the sea.<\/p>\n<p>The space leading to the courtyard features a large tree, creating a sense of unity with nature.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Nulganga<\/h3>\n<p>Nulgangga is currently available for accommodation, though it was originally built by Geoffrey Bawa as a holiday home.<\/p>\n<p>This is also the building to which Geoffrey Bawa devoted the most effort, making it a hotel that Bawa enthusiasts simply cannot afford to miss.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The prototypes for the architecture and interiors seen in other hotels can be found in Nulganga.<\/p>\n<p>Whilst it is accommodation, it is also an art piece by Geoffrey Bawa, and is truly art itself.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Each of the six rooms possesses its own distinct character; having originally served as rooms for Jeffrey Bawa's collection or as his workspace, one can appreciate the distinctive features of Bawa's design even more.<\/p>\n<p>The garden open to the public displays art brought back from around the world.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>On Cinnamon Hill in Nulganga,<strong>Jeffrey Bawa is asleep.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Summary<\/h2>\n<p>Bawa's architecture is a source of pride for Sri Lanka and continues to influence architecture worldwide.<\/p>\n<p>Despite the passage of time since their construction, their refined designs remain highly regarded even today, and many people visit Sri Lanka specifically to stay in Bawa-designed hotels.<\/p>\n<p>Alongside the charms of Sri Lanka, do enjoy the buildings designed by Bawa.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u30d0\u30ef\u5efa\u7bc9\u3068\u3044\u3046\u306e\u306f\u3001\u30b9\u30ea\u30e9\u30f3\u30ab\u306e\u5efa\u7bc9\u5bb6\u3067\u3042\u308b\u30b8\u30a7\u30d5\u30ea\u30fc\u30fb\u30de\u30cb\u30f3\u30b0\u30fb\u30d0\u30ef\u306b\u3088\u308a\u9020\u3089\u308c\u305f\u5efa\u7bc9\u7269\u306e\u3053\u3068\u3092\u6307\u3057\u307e\u3059\u3002 \u30d0\u30ef\u306e\u5efa\u7bc9\u7269\u306f\u3001\u6614\u304b\u3089\u6839\u5f37\u3044\u4eba\u6c17\u304c\u3042\u308a\u307e\u3059\u3002 \u591a\u304f\u306e\u5efa\u7bc9\u5bb6\u306b\u523a\u6fc0\u3092\u4e0e\u3048\u3066\u8fd1\u5e74\u6d41\u884c\u306e\u5efa\u7bc9\u7269\u306e &#8230; 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