Sloping Site

A the Seychelles are renowned for being steeply sloped granited islands by nature, the Laxmanbhai company has become proficient at radical slope ground works over the past 37 years of operation.  This portfolio of images displays many of the projects which called for attractive dwellings and spas in extreme terrain.

 
 

 

Balinese roof lines - Bespoke Steel construction by Laxmanbhai
 
An impossible view made accessible by an elevated roadway at Four Seasons
 
Four Seasons Hotel as viewed from the Residential Villas showing steep sloping terrain
 
View from a private deck
 
The Spa set high on the steep hillside at Four Seasons
 
A polished timber ceiling
 
Large timber floor spaces
 
A Window to the West
 
The main reception at Four Seasons Seychelles
 
Simple in form, complex in form
 
Natural form meets modern function in the Seychelles
 
Hardwoods and granite in the jungle
 
Horizon pool on the west coast of the Seychelles
 
Large wooden decks built for pefect pools
 
Blending with the hillside itself
 
sunken bath with corner window overlooking wrap around pool
 
Miniature Palaces by the Sea
 
Views over views
 
Access to the top
 
Private Villas in the Jungle
 
Wow - Just look at the view
 
Balanise roof lines in the Seychelles Jungle
 
Constructed to maximise privacy and views
 
Four Seasons Residential Villas with large infinity edge pools constructed with minimal impact on the surrounding terrain
 
Arial view showing the vast extent of the Four Seasons Hotel Hotel property and Private Resindential homes
 
Close up aerial Maia Southersun- emphasis on villa privacy a high priority plus causing minimal impact on the natural environment
 
Mahe Berjaya Hotel - one of Laxmanbhai's early projects (30 years ago).
 
Northolme Hilton - Villas constructed on natural granite rocks at waters edge
 
Four Seasons Residential Villas constructed on a remote hilly outcrop of granite. Privacy and views a feature of the plan.
 
Four Seasons Residential Villas enlarge founded on concrete columns anchored directly onto granite rock hill side
 
The true extent of the Four Seasons site is apparent from the air
 
Pole-home style construction pinned to the hillside
 
Northolme King Ocean front Villas
 
The King Oceanfront villas of the Northolme hilton seychelles
 
Multiple pitched roof tiles
 
The resort stands firm to the winds
 
The Oceanview Bar and Restaurant as seen from above
 
esternal dining area of Northolme Hilton
 
Les Cocotiers An al fresco, a la carte restaurant at the Hilton seychelles built by Laxmanbhai
 
A striking image of what can be achieved by the best builder of Resorts in the Seychelles - Laxmanbhai constructions
 
Not to forget the massive granite rocks blending in everywhere
 
elevated timber gazebo
 
Simple yet bold
 
Elevated decks
 
The water features draws the guest down and invites them in as if following a stream in the jungle itself
 
Looking back from the edge
 
Initially apearing at random each villa is meticulously placed for privacy
 
Built by Laxmanbhai this 6 Star resort offers the ultimate holiday for the very rich
 
Sitting on concrete piers
 
What's really amazing is looking over the edge or underneath
 
One perfect night there was a dream - in a far away place - MAIA
 
Grandeur in simplicity
 
 
The Spa yoga pavillion
 
Photo by impressions