Eco retreat resort - Dissertation report

ARCHITECTURAL PROJECT- II
REPORT ON
“ECO RETREAT RESORT, DAPOLI”
In partial fulfilment of the requirements for the award of
Degree of Bachelor of Architecture
Savitribai Phule University of Pune
Submitted By:
ATHARV MEHTA
FIFTH YEAR B. ARCH. ‘B’
UNDER THE GUIDANCE OF
AR. CHINMAY SUDAME
SUBJECT: DISSERTATION
2021 – 2022
DR. D Y PATIL PRATISHTHAN’S
DR. D.Y. PATIL COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE, AKURDI, PUNE

DR. D Y PATIL PRATISHTHAN’S
DR. D.Y. PATIL COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE, AKURDI, PUNE
This is to certify that the work of Architectural Project II titled
ECO RETREAT RESORT, DAPOLI
Is a bonafide work of?
ATHARV MEHTA
Final Year B. Arch 2021-22 carried under my guidance and submitted in partial fulfillment of
requirements of
Degree of Bachelor of Architecture,
Savitribai Phule Pune University.
Atharv Mehta Ar. Dhananjay Choudhari
Signature of the Candidate Signature of Principal
Ar. Chinmay Sudame
Signature of guide College stamp
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CERTIFICATE
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
I hereby certify that Mr. Atharv Mehta, of Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Architecture, has undergone
Architecture Project II from November 2021 to April 2022 at our organization to fulfil the requirements
for the award of Degree of Bachelor of Architecture. She worked on Eco Retreat Resort project during
this period under the supervision of Ar. Chinmay Sudame. During his tenure with us, we found his
sincere and hard working. We wish him great success in the future.
Dated: / /2022 Ar. Chinmay Sudame
(Project Guide)

GUIDE’S CERTIFICATE
This is to certify that the dissertation titled “ECO RETREAT RESORT, DAPOLI” being submitted
herewith for the award of the Degree of Bachelors in Architecture under the guidance of Ar. Chinmay
Sudame of Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune is the result of the original work completed by Mr.
Atharv Mehta under our supervision and guidance and to the best of our knowledge and belief the work
embodied in this report has not formed the basis for the award of any degree or similar title of thisor
any other University or examining body.
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Date: Ar. Chinmay Sudame
(Project Guide)

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I would like to express my special appreciation and thanks to my advisor AR.
CHINMAY SUDAME, youhave been a tremendous mentor for me. I would like to
thank you for encouraging my research.
Your advice on both research as well as on my career have been priceless. I would
also like to thank my committee members for serving as my committee members
even at hardship, also want to thankyou for letting my defence be an enjoyable
moment, and for your brilliant comments and suggestions, thanks to you. All of
you have been there to support me when I recruited patients and collected data for
my thesis.
Finally, I express my indebtedness to all who have directly to indirectly contribute to the
successfulcompletion of my project.
With regards, Atharv Mehta

DECLARATION
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by me has not formed the basis for the award of any degree or similar title of this or any other university
or examining body earlier. Further I declare that I have not violated any of the provisions under
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ABSTRACT
During the last many decades, people have been moving from rural areas to urban environments
across the world. This has resulted in their disengagement from their natural surroundings. A
built environment of steel and mortar, fast cars, fast food, noise, high-rise apartments and
pollution has replaced our beautiful natural ambience. Nature's protective properties for health
promotion, improvement and sustainability have been largely lost to people in the modern world
due to their inadequate contact with nature.
People find himself more under stress than ever before because of the modern technology and
lifestyle. Several diseases have sprung up and are increasing due to the basic factor of stress and
aggressiveness, and are now frequenting at an early age. Its necessary to provides a holistic
approach to our daily lives. The beautiful natural ambience inspires us towards healing, by
supporting the body, mind and spirit, and providing healthy and positive interactions. By bringing
nature into focus, we may be able to achieve more appropriate and sustainable conditions that
support health.
In the global scenario, Tourism is one of the important aspects in generating revenue and
employment. As India is one of the most preferred tourist destinations because of its heritage,
culture & scenic beauties; Hospitality plays major role in tourism. Thus, increase in growth of
tourism has impacted on the environment and local communities in several ways. The concept of
eco resort has taken initiative for achieving sustainability in the development and management of
the resorts. A resort which will have minimal impact and contributes positively to the
conservation of nature. There could be significant impact on the environment due to resources
used for construction and maintenance of resort. Therefore, use of new materials & systems
strategically can offer opportunity for sustainability. The research methodology is based on case
study. The study defines basic principles of eco- architecture; environmental sustainability,
technological sustainability, financial sustainability, organizational sustainability and social
sustainability to develop areas. To make resort sustainable in the long run careful planning,
implementation & monitoring is required.
In such scenario, an Eco retreat resort aims to provide a break in this mechanized life; a complete
rejuvenation and revitalization through wellness treatments and therapies. It may alsoact as a
consultation Centre for people who have ailments beyond the curing capacity of Allopathy and
other systems of medication.
Architecturally, the effort will be to bring in the traditional and conventional characteristics into
the built environment. For this purpose, a site within vicinity of exotic natural beauty and striking
cultural and traditional heritage will be selected; which will also be easily accessible, having
salubrious climate throughout the year, communicable and conveniently distant from the
surrounding cities.
Keywords: Mechanized life, Disengagement, Ecology, Nature, Retreat,Eco Resort,
Health promotion,

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Content
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ........................................................................................................................
ABSTRACT..............................................................................................................................................
Content....................................................................................................................................................1
Table of figures.......................................................................................................................................3
List of Tables ..........................................................................................................................................4
INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................5
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................6
1.1 NEED FOR TOPIC.......................................................................................................................6
1.2 AIM...............................................................................................................................................6
1.3 OBJECTIVE .................................................................................................................................6
1.4 SCOPE and LIMITATIONS:........................................................................................................7
1.4.1 : Scope of the project is:..........................................................................................................7
1.4.2 : The limitations of the project are:.........................................................................................7
1.5 METHODOLOGY........................................................................................................................7
1.5.1. Problem Identification...........................................................................................................7
1.5.2. Data Collection .....................................................................................................................7
1.5.3. Literature Review..................................................................................................................8
1.5.4. Case Studies..........................................................................................................................8
1.5.5. Analysis and inferences found in the course of study and discussion...................................8
1.5.6. Design Proposal ....................................................................................................................8
CHAPTER 2: LITERATURE .............................................................................................................9
2.1 : HISTORY....................................................................................................................................9
2.2 : WHAT IS SPA?...........................................................................................................................9
2.2.1 : DIFFERENT TYPES OF SPA? .........................................................................................10
2.3 : SPA THERAPIES: Therapeutic Spa Treatments.......................................................................11
2.3.1 : MASSAGE THERAPY......................................................................................................11
2.3.2 : TYPES OF MASSAGE......................................................................................................11
2.4 : WHAT IS A RESORT ?............................................................................................................13
2.5 :CLASSIFICATIONOF RESORT...............................................................................................13
2.6 :DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS ..................................................................................................16
2.6.1: SPA ......................................................................................................................................16
2.6.2: KITCHEN LAYOUTS.........................................................................................................18
2.6.3: RESTAURANT ...................................................................................................................20

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2.6.4: LIBRARY ............................................................................................................................23
CHAPTER 3: CASE STUDIES .........................................................................................................24
3.1 LIVE CASE STUDY – ATMANTAN WELLNESS RESORT, MULSHI................................24
3.2 LIVE CASE STUDY – KONDAN RETREAT, PUNE ............................................................24
3.3: LIVE CASE STUDY – VIVEDA WELLNESS VILLAGE, TRIMBAK .................................24
3.4: LIVE CASE STUDY – KUMARAKOM LAKE RESORT, KERALA....................................24
3.5: LIVE CASE STUDY – ULMAN ECO RETREAT, BALI.......................................................24
CHAPTER 4: COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS..................................................................................24
CONCLUSION ...................................................................................................................................25
CHAPTER 5: SITE STUDY ..............................................................................................................26
Site selection criteria..............................................................................................................26
i. Site 1.......................................................................................................................................26
ii. Site 2.......................................................................................................................................26
iii. Site 3.......................................................................................................................................27
iv. Comparative analysis of Site .................................................................................................27
v. Final Site ................................................................................................................................29
vi. Building byelaws....................................................................................................................30
CHAPTER 6: DESIGN BRIEF/ PROGRAM FORMULATION ..................................................36
CHAPTER 7: BIBLIOGRAPHY/ REFERENCE............................................................................40

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Table of figures
Figure 1:Spa ................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Figure 2:Massage......................................................................................................................................................... 11
Figure 3: Swedish Massage.......................................................................................................................................... 12
Figure 4: Aromatheraphy............................................................................................................................................. 13
Figure 5: Hot Stone Massage....................................................................................................................................... 13
Figure 6: Thai Massage ................................................................................................................................................ 14
Figure 7: Ayurvedic Massage – Abhyanga ................................................................................................................... 14
Figure 8: Spa massage room dimensions .................................................................................................................... 17
Figure 9:Standards for kitchen .................................................................................................................................... 18
Figure 10:Standards for kitchen .................................................................................................................................. 19
Figure 11:Dining area standards.................................................................................................................................. 20
Figure 12: Seating details............................................................................................................................................. 21
Figure 13: Dining area.................................................................................................................................................. 21
Figure 14:Dining area standards.................................................................................................................................. 22
Figure 15:Shelving area wide and narrow aisles ......................................................................................................... 23
Figure 16:Site 1............................................................................................................................................................ 26
Figure 17:Site 2............................................................................................................................................................ 26
Figure 18:Site 3............................................................................................................................................................ 27
Figure 19:Pie diagram (Site selection)......................................................................................................................... 29
Figure 20:Area requirement ........................................................................................................................................ 39

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List of Tables
Table 1:COMPARISON.................................................................................................................................................... 5
Table 2:Site selection criteria ...................................................................................................................................... 26
Table 3:Site selection points........................................................................................................................................ 27
Table 4:Size of air shaft................................................................................................................................................ 34

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Table 1:COMPARISON
Table 2:COMPARISON
INTRODUCTION
Eco-tourism is the type of tourism that promotes sustainability through the preservation of nature and
cultural heritage. It focuses on environmental protection, eco-friendliness, and environmental sustainability.
‘AYURMANA’ is an eco-retreat/wellness resort that aims to emphasize the concept of eco-tourism and wellness
through co-existing and building a wellness resort that resembles nature and blends beautifully with it. The main
function of the project is to serve as an accommodation and a recreational space for different group of people.
Moreover, it will have recreational, health care and educational facilities which promotes eco-tourism and give visitors
an opportunity to interact with nature in most subtle ways and with least negative environmental impact.
• A Resort is a self-contained commercial establishment that tries to provide most of a
vacationer's wants, such as food, drink, lodging, sports, entertainment and shopping, on the
premises.
• Resorts are places which offer you many options for relaxation and recreation while you are
on a vacation or holiday.
• You can find various types of resorts while you travel to different part of the world. The basic
types of resorts that you can see are:
• Beach Resorts
• Golf Resorts
• Island Resorts
• Luxury Resorts
• Lake Resorts
• Mountain Resorts
• Ski Resorts
• Spa Resorts and
• All Inclusive Resorts
• A spa is a location where mineral-rich spring water is used to give medicinal baths. Spa
towns or spa resorts typically offer various health treatments, which are also known as
balneotherapy. The belief in the curative powers of mineral waters goes back to pre
historic times. Such practices have been popular worldwide, but are especially widespreadin
Europe and Japan.
• Day spas are also quite popular, and offer various personal care treatments. Analyses reveal
that concepts such as ‘relaxation and recreation’ ‘escape’, ‘self-reward and tolerance’
and ‘health and beauty’ are important motivation tools that encourage going to spas.
Another important reason why spa areas are so popular around the world is the people’s
desire to stay young.

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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
1.1 NEED FOR TOPIC:
• To connect humanity with nature with most subtle way.
• To protect and enhance natural resources, cultural heritage and wellness.
• To increase attention and awareness towards the most neglected aspect of lifestyle that is physical wellbeing
• Getting health benefits from nature and enriching the soul in positive environment.
• Increasing social interest in nutrition and healthy living has caused spa centers to become more popular. Spas
which offer alternatives aimed at healthy nutrition behavior and restaurant services are integrated on some
occasions.
• With the pace and demand of modern life, many people feel stressed and over-worked. Hence, it is necessary
to take short break and rejuvenate mind.
1.2 AIM:
Aim of Eco-retreat resorts is to offer short-term, residential programs to address specific health
concerns, reduce stress, or support lifestyle improvement with leisure of being close to nature.
1.3 OBJECTIVE:
• The main objective of this proposal is to design a nature friendly place with inviting and motivating
atmosphere for people to relax from their day to day hectic schedule of work and hustle-bustle in life.
•To explore the relationship between ecology, wellness, tourists and architecture.
• To create recreational environment w.r.t. nature that will calm and provide physical and mental relaxation
and heal.
• To provide a good spa and massage treatment with all kind of services and varieties of facilities and
functions.
• Create an interactive ground for locals and visitors so that there may be interchange of ideas and cultural
demonstration.
• Provide a space for artists to display their talent as well as work in natural surroundings.
• Respond to climatic and energy consumption issues raised by present day architecture through eco-sensitive
design.
• Make analytical study of the functional requirements of resort and implement efficient design to carry out
the functions smoothly.
• To propose eco-friendly, sustainable and energy harvesting design.

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1.4 SCOPE and LIMITATIONS:
1.4.1 : Scope of the project is:
• No one will deny the fact that we humans need some leisure apart from our daily routine
work and a resort serves this purpose to do its best.
• Massage, reflexology, aromatherapy, services such as yoga and meditation are included
within the spas, too.
• Desires such as physical relaxation, self-indulgence, mental peace, to get away from the
business and social life stresses, to improve the overall health, to experience spa life, mental
relaxation, to experience a luxury item, to benefit from the latest spa cures, to increase
physical attractiveness, rejuvenation, having good time.
1.4.2 : The limitations of the project are:
• As the resort is based on spa wellness, the activities and entertainment will be limited and
mostly focused on calm and healing spaces.
• The project will not focus on structural analysis of built structures of resort.
• Project will be intending to go some distance far from city so that they can also enjoy the
environment and freshness there.
• The project will promote the importance of ecological conservation.
1.5 METHODOLOGY
A stage wise approach to the solution of the problem with clearly defined outputs at each stage of
process defines the methodology of this dissertation.
1.5.1. Problem Identification
• To select a topic for research out of one’s area of interest and finalize it.
• To study the present scenario in the operation of the selected topic and decide the need and
also the viability of the topic.
• To figure out the scope and limitations of the study and suggest ideas to overcome the
limitations.
1.5.2. Data Collection
• Architectural standards and anthropometric data.
• Byelaws and norms as specified by the Development Control Authority and the National
Building Code.
• Tapping into available secondary sources of data on the topic and recording the findings as
observations to be analyzed
• Collecting other relevant data like climatic data, physiological data etc.

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1.5.3. Literature Review
• To scope books, magazines and journals for articles related to the topic and note down the
points dealt with in the same.
• To check the relevance of literature review with the present scenario and to ascertain the
amount of data to be included in the report.
1.5.4. Case Studies
• Studying some of the best Spa resorts all over world of a similar manner for the planning.
• Through book case studies, to understand the evolving trends and scenarios around the
globe.
• Jotting down salient features of each case study and the data, concepts or requirements thatcan
be adopted into the problem
1.5.5. Analysis and inferences found in the course of study and discussion
1.5.6. Design Proposal
Analogous
Study
Research
Data Collection
Case Studies
Comparitive
Analysis
Program
Formulation
Site
Selection
Site analysis
Justification
Zoning
Concept
- Study of the topic in depth
- Finding relevant facts and figures
- Collection of relevant data to support the topic
- Study existing such projects or projects related to the topic.
- Study the existing therapies offered and analyze the spaces allotted
- Analyze and compare the studies formulated from the case study.
- Formulaton of program with respect to case studies and data collection.
- Study the existing condition of the site and measurements.
- Climate study.
- Site selection criteria
- Relevance of the site with its surrounding
- Basic zoning of requirement with respect to site study.
- Formulation of concept with respect to all data collected and analyzed.

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CHAPTER 2: LITERATURE
2.1: HISTORY:
• No one knows exactly where the word "spa" comes from, but there are two main theories.
The first, and most popular, is that "spa" is an acronym for the Latin phrase salus per aquae
or "health through water." Others believe the origin of the word "spa" comes fromthe
Belgian town of Spa, known since Roman times for its baths.
• Whichever is true, we do know that modern spas have their roots in the ancient towns that
grew up around mineral waters and hot springs that were famous for their healing powers.
Use of the hot springs goes back even further–probably whenever humans first discovered
them. They were used by indigenous peoples, and the Greeks were known for bathing in hot
springs and mineral waters. For the Romans, the baths were a place not just for cleansing,
but for socializing.
• “The way to health is to have an aromatic bath and scented massage every day.” this
principle is known as balneotherapy, and is the founding principle of spa-going, influencing
everything from mineral-infused treatments to thalassotherapy - swimming in seawater to
heal the skin.
• The Roman bathing tradition fell with the empire, but people still valued hot springs and
mineral springs.
2.2: WHAT IS SPA?
• SPA is a mineral spring considered to have health-giving properties, offering health and
beauty treatment through such means as steam baths (a bath containing hot aerated water),
exercise equipment, and massage.
• What Spa meant in the 19th and early 20th century, a wellness resort centered on mineral
springs where visitors could take a cure - has evolved in the modern era. Today it means a
place to receive massages, facials, body scrubs and other services in either a day spa or
overnight setting.
Figure 1:Spa

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2.2.1 : DIFFERENT TYPES OF SPA?
• Day Spa
• Destination Spa
• Resort and hotel Spa
• Mineral Springs Spa
• Medical Spa
• Club Spa
2.2.1.1 : Day Spa:
Day spas are a place you go for the day to get massages, facials, and body treatments, like sea salt
scrubs and mud wraps. They’re called day spas because, unlike destination spas or resort spas, you
don’t spend the night. About 80% of spas are day spas, but they aren't all the same.
2.2.1.2 : Destination Spa:
Destination spas usually require a short stay at the spa. It is meant to improve your health and
usually located at the site of mineral waters or hot springs. It is also found in exotic locations
worldwide. It also includes healthy diet, physical activities and education in all aspects of health:
whole environment is geared to promote a healthy lifestyle, with lots of exercise classes, lectures
aimed at physical and mental wellness, and special interest programs, such as hiking.
KEY POINTS:
• Spa cuisine that emphasizes whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables and nutritional
education.
• A full program of fitness and stress reduction classes.
• Therapeutic spa treatments including massage.
• Educational lectures that teach you how to bring your healthy habits back home.
2.2.1.3 : Resorts and Spa:
As spas have become more important, so have the spas in resorts and hotels. Many resort spas have
added a healthy roster of exercise classes (usually for a fee but sometimes included). They have gyms
and sometimes personal trainers on hand. Some have even added wellness centers that are
specifically aimed at improving health.
2.2.1.4 : Mineral Spring Spa:
These spas offer an on-site source of natural mineral, thermal or seawater that is used
in hydrotherapy treatments. It is the historic root of the spa experience when people travelled to
mineral waters for their health benefits.

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2.2.1.5 : Medicinal Spa:
A medical spa is a hybrid between a medical clinic and a day spa that operates under the supervision
of medical doctor. The most common services rendered at a medical spa are laser treatments, laser
hair removal, skin tightening or skin rejuvenation and treatment of cellulite.
2.2.1.6 : Club Spa:
These are spa located in a fitness club, like Equinox. Its primary purpose is fitness, but it offers
professionally administered spa services on a day-use basis. Non-members are welcome.
2.3SPA THERAPIES: Therapeutic Spa Treatments
2.3.1 : MASSAGE THERAPY:
• Massage therapy has been around for thousands of years — and probably as soon as humans
discovered it felt good to have someone rub their sore shoulders. It is thought the term
'massage' originates from the Greek word massein, meaning "to knead".
• Massage therapists use a variety of gliding, kneading and cross-fibre friction strokes to work the
muscle tissue, releasing tension and improving circulation.
• You are usually nude during a massage but covered by sheets. Only the part being worked on is
exposed and modesty is always protected Massage oil is used to lubricate the skin.
• Many people consider massage therapy to be just about pampering, but it has important health
benefits. In fact, you get the greatest benefit when massage therapy is part of your regular
wellness routine.
• Massage therapy is combined with other beauty treatments.
2.3.2 : TYPES OF MASSAGE:
• Swedish massage is the most common type of massage therapy.
• Other types include deep tissue massage, sports massage, hot stone massage, aromatherapy,
lymphatic drainage, trigger point therapy, craniosacral therapy, neuromuscular therapy
and myofascial release, watsu, Rolfing, reflexology, Shiatsu, Thai Massage and Ayurvedic
massagelike abhyanga.
Figure 2:Massage

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2.3.2.1 : SWEDISH MASSAGE:
• Swedish Massage is energising yet relaxing . Classic strokes and techniques, focusing on the
back, neck, shoulders and legs to relax the entire body. .
• This is accomplished by rubbing the muscles with long gliding strokes in the direction of
blood returning to the heart. But Swedish massage therapy goes beyond relaxation. Swedish
massage is exceptionally beneficial for increasing the level of oxygen in the blood,
decreasing muscle toxins, improving circulation and flexibility while easing tension.
• It is very effective in relieving joint stiffness and pain, and promoting suppleness in the
muscles. Quality of sleep improves.
• A experience of 45-minute Swedish massage significantly decreases in levels of the stress
hormone cortisol, as well as arginine vasopressin-a hormone that can lead to increases in
cortisol. Increases in the number of lymphocytes, white blood cells that are part of the
immune system, and a boost in the immune cells that may help fight colds and the flu.
SWEDISH MASSAGE TECHNIQUES
• Swedish massage techniques include
• circular pressure applied by the hands and palms,
• firm kneading,
• percussion-like tapping,
• bending and stretching.
Figure 3: Swedish Massage

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2.3.2.2 : AROMATHERAPHY:
• Aromatherapy as the name suggest makes use of aroma or fragrance from essential oils or
concentrated aromatic liquids extracted from herbs and plants, to enhance health and boost
feelings of well being. In Aromatherapy, the essential oils are applied to the body in various
ways like, massage, bath, creams, inhalation, compresses etc. and as a rule they are not taken
internally.
2.3.2.3 : HOT STONE MASSAGE:
• A hot stone massage is used to help you relax and ease tense muscles and damaged soft
tissues throughout your body.
• During a hot stone massage, smooth, flat, heated stones are placed on specific parts of your
body. The stones are usually made of basalt, a type of volcanic rock that retains heat; hot
massage stones are heated to between 130 and 145 degrees.
• The Stones May be placed, along your spine, on your stomach, on your chest, on your
face, on your palms, on your feet and toes.
Figure 4: Aromatheraphy
Figure 5: Hot Stone Massage

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2.3.2.4 : THAI MASSAGE:
• It is actually an ancient form of massage which uses passive stretching and gentle pressure
along the body’s energy lines to increase flexibility, relieve muscle and joint tension, and
balance the body’s energy systems.
• Thai massage typically works with compression — rhythmic pressing movements directed
into muscle tissues by either the hand or fingers.
• In Thai massage rather than rubbing on muscles, the body is compressed, pulled, stretched,
and rocked.
2.3.2.5 : AYURVEDICMASSAGE-ABHYANGA:
• Abhyanga - the ayurvedic oil massage is an integral part for our overall health and well-
being. Traditional ayurvedic says "Give yourself a full-body oil massage on a daily basis. It
isnourishing; pacifies the doshas; relieves fatigue; provides stamina, pleasure and perfect
sleep; enhances the complexion and the luster of the skin; promotes longevity; and nourishes
all parts of the body.".
• If regularly performed it - Increases circulation, especially to nerve endings, toning of the
muscles and the whole physiology, calming for the nerves, lubrication of the joints,
increased mental alertness, improved elimination of impurities from the body
Figure 6: Thai Massage
Figure 7: Ayurvedic Massage – Abhyanga

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2.4WHAT IS A RESORT?
A resort is a place where families intent to spend their holidays or weekends for relaxation or recreation.
Usually resorts are commercial establishments like hotels which are managed by companies. People in
urban areas are especially busy all through the week and look for ways to refreshand rejuvenate themselves.
Resorts are the perfect place for such people who can happily spend time with their families and also
getaway places for birthday parties and theme parties. They are usually located away from the hustle bustle
of cities and towns. People can go for long drives and reach the resort which is generally self-contained.
2.5CLASSIFICATION OF RESORTS:
Based on location:
• Tropical resorts
• Mountain resorts
• Ski resorts
• Urban hotel resorts
• Beach resorts
Based on Use:
• Summer vacation resorts
• Resorts with country clubs
• Resorts emphasizing cultural sight seeing
• Eco tourism resorts
• Heritage resorts- emphasizing historic attraction
• Golf course resorts
• Featuring local or regional attraction
• Providing business facilities
Components of Resort:
• Restaurant, bar and kitchen
• Rental units or cottages
• Recreational facilities
• Swimming pool
• Service areas as laundry or linen store
Additional Features of Resort:
• Country Club
• Conference rooms Auditorium
• Travel Agency
• Medical facilities
• Cinemas
• Banquet halls
• Gymnasium / health club
• Other extensive recreational facilities

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2.6DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS:
2.6.1: SPA
• Massage rooms should have a small sink and linen cabinet. Tip: provide storage above and
below sink
• Rooms need to be sound insulated.
• Use lever-type hardware for door knobs (therapists have oil on their hands)
• Equipment
• 72"x30" massage tables: (deep tissue tables should be 39" wide)
• Tables should have built-in shelves and an adjustable face cradle attached to the end of
table--adding another 12" to the end of table
• Massage table upholstery should be made from Naugahyde with a smooth surface with
medium firm padding.
2.6.1.1: Space Requirements
• Generally 120-140 sq. ft., room variations include: 9'x12', 19'x12', 10'x14', 12'x12'
• Therapist requires a min 3' work-space around the massage table
2.6.1.2: Location & Access
• Located in "dry" therapy area. Tip: should have access to laundry storage and drop off
2.6.1.3: Room Set-Up
• Sink and cabinet should be in corner at an angle in 9'x12' rooms.
• Sinks should have hot and cold water
2.6.1.4: Flooring
• Vinyl tile, wood, or cushioned recreational surface. Tip: avoid tile, marble, or granite (too
hard for the therapist to stand on)
2.6.1.5: Walls, Ceilings, and Doors
• Washable wall paper or paint.
• Allow doors to open comfortably.
• Doors need lettering or numbering and an "in use" sign or light
2.6.1.6: Lighting
• Indirect lighting with dimmer control on walls or overhead (not directly above massage
table)
• Windows lighting preferred with vertical, horizontal, or roman blinds.
2.6.1.7: Electrical
• Provide wall outlets at foot and sides of table, and a counter-height outlet for and essential
oil diffuser. Tip: In-house phone with intercom in rooms is advised in larger facilities.

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2.6.1.8: Sound System
• One centrally located sound system, with speakers in each room that have an individual
volume control knob.
2.6.1.9: Storage
• Smaller rooms can have tables with built-in storage space for linens, towels, oils, bolsters
etc.
• If room is too small to provide storage inside, storage directly outside room is necessary.
Figure 8: Spa massage room dimensions

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Figure 9- Standards for kitchen
2.6.2: KITCHEN LAYOUTS:

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Figure 10- Standards for kitchen

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2.6.3: RESTAURANTS:
Figure 11- Dining area standards

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Figure 12: Seating details
Figure 13: Dining area

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Figure 14- Dining area standards

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2.6.4: LIBRARY
Figure 15– Shelving area wide and narrow aisles

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CHAPTER 3: CASE STUDIES
3.1 LIVE CASE STUDY – ATMANTAN WELLNESS RESORT, MULSHI
3.2 LIVE CASE STUDY – KONDAN RETREAT, PUNE
3.3: LIVE CASE STUDY: VIVEDA WELLNESS VILLAGE, TRIMBAK
3.4NET CASE STUDY – KUMARAKOM LAKE RESORT, KERALA
3.5NET CASE STUDY – ULAMAN ECO RETREAT, BALI
CHAPTER 4: COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS

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CONCLUSION
• Resorts provide many recreational and cultural activities and therefore are expected to
provide the guests with the services to participate in these activities.
• Another service that is expected at a resort is turndown service. This service is performed in
the evening or night and includes refreshing towels, emptying trash, turning the bed covers
down, providing mints or cookies, turning on lights, and turning on music to a relaxing
station. This service is intended to give the guest personal service and create a relaxing
atmosphere.
• The guest must get advantage of the culture and activities offered by the resort.
• To focus on extravagant meetings and banquets or provide art activities, spa packages, or
cultural tours to keep their attendees busy and happy.
• The guest should get their meeting and activities to go smoothly and take advantage of the
resort climate and its leisure setting.
• The aim is to provide "Memorable Experiences" for each and every resort guest.

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Table 2:Site selection criteria
Table 3:Site selection criteria
CHAPTER 5: SITE STUDY
Site selection criteria
i. Site 1
Site location: Datta mandir, Ladghar, Dapoli – 415712
Area: 66,360.41 sq.m (16.0 acre)
ii. Site 2
Location - Karde, Dapoli, Maharashtra – 415712.
Site Area - 71,398 sq.m. (17.64 acre)
Figure 16:Site 1
Figure 17:Site 2

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iii. Site 3
Location – Harnai, Dapoli, Maharashtra–415712.
Area – 29541.58 sq.m (8.73 acre)
iv. Comparative analysis of site
Criteria Site 1 Site 2 Site 3
Location Datta mandir, Ladghar,
Dapoli – 415712
Karde, Dapoli,
Maharashtra – 415712.
Harnai, Dapoli,
Maharashtra–415712.
Area 66,360.41 sq.m 71,398 sq.m. 29541.58 sq.m
Topography Little slope Flat area Little slope
Surrounding
land use
Vacant land
Vacant land
Vacant land
Vacant land
Vacant land
Vacant land
Vacant land
Vacant land
Hill
Residential
Residential
Residential
Residential
Sea
Figure 18:Site 3
Sea
Vacant land
Vacant land
Vacant land
Vacant land
Hill
Sea
Hill
Vacant land
Vacant land
Vacant land
Vacant land

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Entrance
Positive criteria Shape of site.
Allows future
expansion.
Better fresh air.
Front sea view and
Surrounded by
mountain range.
Shape of site.
High Accessibility.
Allows future
expansion.
Flat table land
Fresh air.
Front sea view.
Near to village.
Allows future
expansion.
Negative criteria Road turns at both end
of site.
Slope towards road. Car noise near town
area.
Wind direction
Sun direction

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Table 3:Site selection points
v. Final site
From the analysis site 1 is the most preferable site for design.
Figure 19:Pie diagram (Site selection)
SITE 2
SITE1
SITE 3

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• Area calculations
Total Site Area - 66000 sq.m
Allowable FSI - 0.5
Total Built-up Area - 33000 Used Built-up – 14,100 sq.m
Height Restrictions - 15 m
Landscape Area - At least 40% of the site area.
CRZ – CRZ III b zone
vi. Building Byelaws
CATEGORY - HOSPITALITY BUILDING (Resort, Dapoli, Ratnagiri, India)
refers to any building in which sleeping accommodation is provided for normal residential purposes with or without
cooking or dining or both facilities except any building classified as Institutional Building. Lodging or rooming
houses, one or two- family private dwellings, dormitories, apartment houses (flats) and hotels (including starred
hotels) shall be placed in this category.
Control of Development along Rivers and in Coastal Regulation Zone III-
• CRZ Authorities, are prohibited within 150m on both sides of rivers and backwaters.
• No attempt shall be made to alter the natural course of a stream or a river.
• Covered Area means area covered by building / buildings immediately above the plinth level, but does not
include the space covered by;
• Garden, rocky area, well and well structures, plant, nursery, water pool,
• Swimming pool (if uncovered) platform around a tree, tank, fountain, bench with
• open top and unenclosed sides by walls and the like;
• Drainage, culvert, conduit, catch-pit, gully-pit, chamber gutter and the like;
• Compound or boundary wall, gate, un-storied porch and portico, Chajja, slide,
• Swing, uncovered staircase, watchman booth, pump house. The area covered by
• Watchman booth / pump house shall not exceed three square meters;
• Sump tank and electric transformer.
Detached Building refers to a building detached on all sides. The walls and roof of this building are independent of
any other building with open spaces on all sides, except the portion covered by the garage.
Low rise Building means a building with ground plus three or less floors (excluding the basement) or a building with
a height of less than 15m.

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Parts Of Buildings
Staircases
(1) Any building having more than four floors including basement or sunken floors, shall
have at least two staircases, one of which may be an external stairway:
Provided that when the second staircase provided as external stair way conforms to the provisions of fire escape
staircase, a separate fire escape stair need not be provided. Note:- An external stair is one which is connected to
public areas and/or common areas on all floors and leads directly to ground, has at least two sides abutting external
wall, these two sides being provided as open or with break open glass and has landing areas accessible from the
external side or a external stair which is wholly open and removed from the main building, such an external stair
shall be removed and away from the main stairway.
(1) The minimum width of stair shall be not less than 1.20 metres
(2) The minimum width of tread shall be 30 cms
(3) The height of riser shall not exceed 15 cms.
(4) The height of handrail shall be not less than 90 cms.
(5) The width of passages giving access to the staircase in any building shall not at any point, be less than the
width of the stair.
Ramps
Ramps if provided as a substitute for stairways shall be laid with a slope not exceeding 1 in 10 and such ramp
shall comply with all requirements of a stairway and shall be surfaced with approved non-slippery materials.
Corridor, verandahs and passageways
The clear width of any corridor, verandah or passageway in any building shall be not less than 1.0 metre at any
point.
Fire escape staircase
(1) Fire escape stair case shall be provided for every buildings of,-
(a) residential occupancies exceeding three storeys above ground level;
(b) occupancies other than residential exceeding two storeys above ground level.
(2) The width of fire escape staircase shall be not less than 75 cm, the width of fire escape stair tread shall be
not less than 15 cm, the height of the fire escape stair riser shall not exceed 19 cms, and the number of riser shall
not exceed 16 per flight of stairs.
(3) The height of handrail of a fire escape staircase shall not be less than 100cms.
(4) Fire escape stair shall be constructed only in the exterior of the building and shall be connected directly to
the ground.
(5) Fire escape stairs shall have a straight flight.
(6) Entrance to fire escape stair case shall be separated and removed from internal staircase.

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Table 4:Size of air shaft
Travel distance to emergency staircase
(1) Every building meant for human occupancy shall be provided with emergency exit sufficient to permit
safe escape of occupants in case of fire or whenever other emergency occurs.
(2) Emergency exits shall be located in such a way that the travel distance on each floor shall not
Lighting and Ventilation
(1) Every habitable room shall be furnished with sufficient number of openings such as windows and ventilators
affording effectual means of admission of light and air by direct communication with the external air as
provided in the National Building Code, 1983 or shall be sufficiently lighted and ventilated by artificial
means.
(2) No portion of a room shall be assumed to be lighted if it is more than 7.5 metres away from the opening
assumed for lighting that portion unless it is artificially lighted.
(3) Windows and ventilators which open into a verandah shall be deemed to communicate with the external air,
if such verandah is not more than 3 metres wide and open throughout its entire length into an open space
open to the sky the width of such open space being not less than 3.0 metres. Trellising, mesh, grill or net
may, however, be provided on the open side of the verandah;
(4) Every kitchen shall be ventilated according to the standards stipulated for habitable rooms and shall have
suitable flue for the escape of smoke and heated air unless it is provided with an approved form of smokeless
installation.
(5) Every bathroom or latrine shall be provided with sufficient light and ventilation.-
(6) Every bathroom or latrine shall have at least one of its walls abutting on an open space or open verandah or
an air shaft if not centrally air conditioned; the size of air shaft shaft not be less than that specified in
Table 8.
Parking
Parking requirements shall be reduced in proportion to the percentage of land surrendered to the extent that after
such deduction a minimum of 75% of the parking required as per these rules shall be provided.
Rainwater Harvesting
Roof top Rain Water harvesting Arrangements :-
(1) Unless otherwise stipulated specifically in a Town Planning Scheme, workable rainwater
harvesting arrangements shall be provided as an integral part of all new building constructions.
Provide that the floor area to be considered shall be the total floor area in all floors. Provided
further that the rainwater harvesting arrangements is not mandatory for thatched roofed building.
(2) The components of workable rooftop rainwater harvesting arrangements as stipulated in Sub-rule

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(1) above shall include.
(i) Roof catchment area
(ii) Roof gutters
(iii) Down pipe and first flush pipe arrangement
(iv) Filter unit and
(v) Storage tank with provision for drawing water and spillover.
(3) The minimam capacity of the storage tank as stipulated in Sub-rule (2) (v) of therooftop
rainwater harvesting arrangements shall be at the rates given below
Group A1 25 liters/sqm of total floor area.
Group A2 25 liters/sqm of total floor area
Group I(1) 25 liters/sqm of total floor area
(4) The municipality shall enforce workable artificial groundwater recharging arrangements as an
integral part of all new building construction through collection ofrooftop rain water
(5) The component of workable artificial groundwater recharging arrangements asstipulated in sub-
rule (iv) above shall include
(i) Roof catchment area
(ii) Roof gutters
(iii) Down pipe
(iv) Filter units
(v) Recharge well/percolation pit
(6) Where ever rooftop rain water harvesting arrangements as stipulated in sub rules
(I) to
(iii) above are provided, additional arrangements for carrying the spill over water fromstorage tanks to recharge well
or percolation pit need only be provided.
(7) The owner(s)/occupier(s) shall maintain the roof top rain water harvesting arrangements and
artificial ground water recharge arrangements in healthy workingconditions.
(8) The municipality may, in exceptional cases such as water logging or impermeablesubsoil
conditions to considerable depths exempt constructions from the mandatoryground water
recharging arrangements.

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CHAPTER 6: DESIGN BRIEF AND PROGRAM FROMULATIN
ACCOMODATION (6000 SQ.M.) 150 PEOPLE
SPACES UNITS AREA TOTAL AREA
STANDARD
ROOMS
20-30
DUPLEX
VILLAS
16
POOL VILLAS 16
LUXURY
VILLAS
8
FAMILY
VILLAS
2
ADMIN BLOCK (500 SQ.M.)
ENTRANCE
FOYER
1
RECEPTION 1
WAITING AREA 1
LUGGAGE
COUNTER
1
OFFICES 5
IT DEPT. 1
COMMON
TOILETS
1
CONFERENCE
ROOM
1
PANTRY 1
SHOP 2
ATM 1
EDUCATIONAL BLOCK (300 SQ.M.)
TOURISM
INFORMATION
CENTER
1
WORKSHOP 2
LIBRARY 1
AMPHITHEATER 8

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RECREATIONAL AREAS (3000 SQ.M.)
CLUB HOUSE 1
GYM 1
CHANGING
ROOMS
1
BIRDWATCHING
HIDEOUTS
4
LIGHT HOUSE /
TOWER
1
MULTI PURPOSE
HALL (250
PEOPLE)
1
COMMUNIAL
SPACES
PATHWAYS
SPORTS COURT
LAWN
SWIMMING
POOL
WELLNESS AND SPA (1700 SQ.M.)
HEALTHCARE CENTER (500 SQ.M.)
MEDITATION/YOGA
ROOM
1
BASIC AYURVEDA 1
MUD THEROPY 3
HYDRO THEROPY 3
AROMA THEROPY 3
WELLNESS SPA (1000 SQ.M.)
SPA 10
SAUNA/ STEAM 2
PEDICURE 3
MANICURE 3
BEAUTY SALON 3
SERVICES (200 SQ.M.)
CHANGING ROOMS 10
TOILETS 10
LOCKER ROOM 2
EXAMINATION
ROOM
2
TREATMENT ROOM 5
STORAGE 2

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PARKING:
• 100 CARS
• 50 TWO WHEELERS
• 5 BUSES
STAFF:
• 5 CARS • 30 TWO WHEELERS
TOTAL SITE AREA= 66,000 SQ.M.
FSI=0.5=33,000 SQ.M.
PERMICIBLE B.UP. AREA=40%=26,400 SQ M
B.UP. AREA=14,100 SQ.M.
RESTAURANT (1000 SQ.M.)
MAIN (100) 1 500
BEACH (80) 1 300
POOL BAR (30) 1 200
BACK OF HOUSE (1600 SQ.M.)
SERVICES 1 400
STAFF QUARTERS 10 250
LAUNDRY ROOM 1 200
BACK OFFICES 5 400
MAINTENANCE/STORE 2 300
LOADING
UNLOADING DECK
1 -
COMMON TOILETS 6

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1%
3%
13%
8%
3%
0.1%
2%
70%
AREA REQUIREMENT
ADMINISTRATION
BACK OF HOUSE
ACCOMODATION
RECREATIONAL
WELLNESS SPA
EDUCATIONAL
RESTAURANT
VEGETATION/LANDSCAPE
Figure 20:Area requirement

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CHAPTER 7: BIBLIOGRAPHY AND REFERENCES
• Bauer, M, Mosle, P., & Schwarz, M, (2007), Green Building- Guidebook for Sustainable
Architecture. Munich; Callway Verlag
• Baud-Bovy, Manuel & Lawson, Fred (1977/1998). Tourism and Recreation Handbook of Planning
and Design. (2nd ed). Oxford: Architectural Press. (Original publicado em 1977 Como Tourism and
RecreationDevelopment)
• Mak, J. (2004). Tourism and the Natural Environment. In Tourism and the Economy (162-180).
Honolulu:University of Hawaii.
• Yin, Robert K. (1994) Case Study Research: Design and Methods (2nd ed.), Sage Pub., California
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Resort
• https://www.americanspa.com/business/design-massagetouch-therapy-room
• https://www.dellaresorts.com/della-spa
• https://www.atmantan.com/
• https://www.themachan.com/
• https://www.themachan.com/machan-types.php
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