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Heritage-Inspired Hospitality and Restaurant Design

byVM ArchitectsStudios in HSR Layout & Kozhikode; Projects across India & DubaiStarts from3,200 ₹ per sq. ft. of Built-up AreaView full gallery

We transform heritage properties and new structures into immersive hospitality destinations. Our work balances traditional Kerala architecture with the rigorous functional needs of modern resorts and restaurants.

This aerial and ground tour of Gokulam Grand Resort and Spa in Kumarakom showcases the scale of my hospitality design work. I designed the villas and pathways to integrate with the backwater landscape, using traditional rooflines and natural materials to create a luxurious, authentic Keralan resort experience.

An evening tour of Gokulam Grand Resort and Spa, where lighting design plays a key role. The warm lights highlight the wooden bridges, traditional architecture, and lush landscaping, creating a magical and serene atmosphere for guests after sunset.

This video shows the "coming soon" phase of Restaurant Chef Pillai in Calicut. It offers a glimpse into the restoration process, revealing the bare bones of the heritage structure with its wooden roof beams and arched doorways before its transformation into a modern restaurant.

About Heritage-Inspired Hospitality

When we approach hospitality spaces, our first step is a structural audit. Whether it is a century-old bungalow or a blank site, we assess the core before adding modern utilities. We focus on integrating essential commercial infrastructure—like concealed VRV HVAC systems and industrial-grade kitchens—behind traditional facades, ensuring your guests get modern comfort without losing the building’s original soul.

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