Anantara Santorini Resort, Abu Dhabi

Project Description

Situated in Ghantout - Abu Dhabi, Santorini Resort presents a picturesque Greek sanctuary tucked away in a secluded setting. Drawing inspiration from the enchanting Greek islands, the resort's landscape and pool exude a natural ambiance, seamlessly blending natural stone with a pristine white clay finish for both the pool and bar areas. Meanwhile, the spa evokes memories of the volcanic landscapes of Greece, integrating the rugged beauty of natural rock formations with a refined white clay organic finish, capturing the authentic essence and atmosphere of Santorini.

Project Details

Sector : Leisure, Hospitality
Role : Project Architect, Interior Design, CGI, Landscape Design, Shop Drawings.
BUA : 2000 m²
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Scope: SPA and Landscape Design and Built.
Employer: Donrite Engineering

Role and Responsibility

Acted as lead architect within a design-and-build contractor environment, driving the translation of design intent into executable solutions aligned with programme, cost, and construction constraints.
Integrated design development with construction planning, resolving technical challenges through close collaboration with engineers, subcontractors, and site teams.
Balanced architectural vision with procurement realities and construction methodologies, ensuring efficient delivery without compromising design integrity.
Led multidisciplinary coordination across architecture, landscape, interiors, and technical disciplines to maintain cohesive project outcomes.
Supported real-time decision-making during construction, addressing unforeseen site conditions and implementing adaptive design solutions.
Contributed to value-driven design decisions, aligning materials and detailing strategies with budget and operational performance.

Anantara Santorini Resort, Abu Dhabi

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