Intaaya Retreat in Indonesia Features Bamboo Roofs Inspired by Marine Life

Undulating bamboo roofs modelled on seashells, fish and manta rays provide shelter for facilities across this wellness retreat in Indonesia, designed by Balinese practice Pablo Luna Studio.

Located on the edge of a cliff on the island Nusa Penida, Intaaya Retreat comprises 12 tented guest suites alongside a yoga studio, spa, restaurant and tea room, each sheltered beneath a distinctive bamboo roof.

The roofs are constructed from locally sourced bamboo, which was treated and shaped using traditional techniques combined with modern engineering principles.

Each roof form was inspired by different marine creatures found in the surrounding waters, creating a harmonious connection between the built environment and the natural landscape.

The design aims to create a sense of organic flow and movement, with the bamboo structures appearing to undulate like ocean waves across the cliffside site.