Oasis by the Sea – Resort in Rameshwaram
Set against the tranquil coastline of Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu, Oasis by the Sea is a 30-room boutique resort that harmoniously blends architecture with nature. Thoughtfully designed to reflect the spirit of its setting, the resort embraces an organic architectural language that responds to the land, climate, and culture of southern India.
Bird’s eye view
Sea view cottages
Restauran
Pool area
At the heart of the design are elegant Catalan vault structures, which offer both structural beauty and passive cooling benefits—essential for the warm coastal environment. These vaulted forms create soft, flowing spaces that feel sculpted from the landscape itself.
The layout ensures each room enjoys a seamless connection with the sea, while internal courtyards, shaded walkways, and intimate gathering spaces evoke the feeling of a desert oasis—a place of calm, cool relief in an open environment.
One of the project’s most striking elements is its copper sheet roofing, selected for its raw materiality, visual richness, and ability to naturally age with grace. As the copper patinates over time, it creates a dynamic dialogue between architecture and environment.
This resort exemplifies a balance between sustainable construction, contextual sensitivity, and experiential luxury, offering guests a retreat that feels both grounded and timeless.