Modern Architecture – Paje Project in Zanzibar

Architecture and Design of Paje Beach Resort was inspired by spirits of Zanzibar: Nature, Culture, and Arts & Crafts. Each space creates a cohesive and authentic environment that honors the island's rich heritage and provides guests luxurious escape.

Connection to Nature

Loby is one of the key spaces in the hotel. It serves as a welcoming introduction to the resort.
- The lobby is full of light features as an inner garden, bringing the lush Zanzibar
landscape indoors and enhancing the sense of biophilia throughout space.
- This integration of greenery, light creates an organic flow.

Reflection of Cultural Heritage

Zanzibar’s rich cultural tapestry is reflected in every detail of the resort’s interiors.
-Traditional Swahili motifs and design elements are beautifully blended with modern aesthetics, offering guests a space that celebrates the island’s multicultural heritage.
-The interiors evoke a sense of history and tradition, incorporating handcrafted details such as intricate wood carvings, woven textiles, and locally made decor.
-These elements honor the cultural legacy of Zanzibar, while contemporary design touches ensure that the spaces feel fresh, inviting, and timeless.
- The use of local materials, including wood, stone, and woven fibers, reinforces the sense of place and cultural connection.

Artisanal Influence and Handcrafted Elements

The artisanal spirit of Zanzibar is woven into the very fabric of the resort’s architecture and design.
- Handcrafted pieces, from custom-designed furniture to intricate textile artwork, enrich the aesthetic experience and give guests a sense of discovery.
- Each piece tells a story, showcasing the craftsmanship of local artisans who bring theirskills to every corner of the resort.
- These artistic elements, from carved wooden furniture to locally woven fabrics, create awarm and inviting atmosphere that feels personal and deeply connected to the island’screative traditions.

Harmonious Natural and Cultural Architecture and Design

The resort’s interior design focuses on creating spaces that are both functional and beautifully reflective of Zanzibar’s natural and cultural elements.
-A soft, earthy color palette complements the surrounding tropical greenery, enhancingthe sense of relaxation and rejuvenation.

-The materials used throughout the resort – from natural wood and stone to woventextiles – are chosen to create a natural, cozy architecture and design, providing warmth and comfort while allowing the beauty of the local environment to shine.

Site Area

10 370 m²

Client

Confidential

Services

Architecture, Landscape Design

Every aspect of contemporary architecture—color scheme, materials, and textures—was selected with great care.

The resort incorporates a minimalist concept of modern architecture. Meanwhile it reflects the traditional and cultural values of Zanzibar. The interior design is elegant, and the exterior embodies an exotic charm. Specific geometric shapes and natural materials were used in the design to make it easier to integrate the local environment and culture into the resort's aesthetic.