
Sharif Landmark's Kuakata 5 Star Hotel Concept
Uthan Design Studio envisioned a stepped biophilic five-star resort in Kuakata celebrating ocean panoramas.
Sharif Landmark's Kuakata 5 Star Hotel Concept — gallery

View moreView less
Description
The project
Uthan Design Studio conceptualized the masterplan and architectural vision for Sharif Landmark’s landmark five-star resort at Kuakata. Inspired by coastal wave dynamics, the resort’s organic, curvilinear silhouette steps down gracefully toward the Bay of Bengal, orienting guest suites and panoramic terraces toward Kuakata’s celebrated sunsets.
The architecture dissolves the boundary between nature and structure through cascading vertical gardens that drape across every tiered floor slab. The complex features stepped sky terraces with elevated plunge pools, culminating in a dedicated rooftop helipad. At ground level, a sprawling curvilinear lagoon pool, sunken lounges, and fountain plazas seamlessly lead into open-air hospitality pavilions. Inside, the signature restaurant pairs live indoor trees, parametric timber-slatted ceilings, and woven rattan pendants with floor-to-ceiling glass, offering an immersive, world-class coastal sanctuary.
Uniqueness
What makes it particular
Wave-Inspired Stepped Massing: A fluid, multi-tiered contour that steps downward along the site, providing wide, sea-facing panoramic vistas from private balconies across all levels.
Cascading Biophilic Sky Terraces: Overhanging slab edges lined with dense, trailing vertical flora that cool the building naturally while creating a hanging forest aesthetic.
Multi-Level Aquatic Courtyard: A ground-level organic lagoon pool integrated with fountain features and beach-entry lounges, complemented by private infinity plunge pools set on upper terraces.
Rooftop Aviation Hub: A fully integrated rooftop helipad engineered directly onto the highest architectural crown for seamless executive transfers.
Coastal Biophilic Hospitality Interiors: The dining spaces blend natural mature greenery, curved banquettes, sculptural timber ceilings, and artisan woven chandeliers framed against panoramic horizon views.
Rough work
Drawings, studies and site
The working documents behind the finished building — including the parts that changed.

01Concept Layout
Related projects

Uthan Design Studio crafted a contemporary mid-rise featuring climate-responsive timber louvers and cascading vertical greenery.
Arman Group's House
- Location
- Category

Uthan Design Studio transformed this three-bedroom apartment with warm wooden lattices, arched niches, and custom joinery.
Mr. Wali's Apartment
- Location
- Category

Uthan Design Studio transformed Mr. Palash’s residence into a sleek sanctuary blending marble and timber.
Mr. Palash's Residence
- Location
- Category

