Nicholas Plewman Architecture

Bisate Lodge

Bisate Lodge
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BISATE LODGE

Nicholas Plewman Architects

INTERIOR DESIGN
Artichoke Interiors

CLIENTS
Wilderness Safaris

ARCHITECTS IN CHARGE
Garreth Kriel, Nick Plewman

MANUFACTURERS
AutoDesk, African Reed, Fibre Thatch, Google, Rebel Lighting

ENGINEERING
De Villiers Sheard

YEAR
2018

LOCATION
Ruhengeri, Rwanda

CATEGORY
Cabins & Lodges, Sustainability

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Inspired by the rolling hills of Rwanda and the thatched design of the King’s Palace at Nyanza, Bisate sits woven between the lush growths adjacent to Volcanoes National Park.

Bisate Lodge
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Bisate Lodge
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Bisate reflects the innate organic culture of Rwanda and reflects sophisticated spaces around every turn.

Craftily designed the spherical rooms and public areas add bespoke and sustainable solutions to the intricate and difficult surroundings.

Bisate Lodge
© Crookes and Jackson
Bisate Lodge
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The design is a celebration of modern luxury and a unique culture which has stood the test of time, becoming a platform from which the guest experience departs.

Due to the nature of the site, all the structures had to undergo prototype development in Cape Town, South Africa, be disassembled and reassembled on site in Rwanda. Because of the remote location all systems and services are fully incorporated and off-grid.

Bisate Lodge
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Bisate Lodge
© Crookes and Jackson

In conclusion, Bisate is the merging of modern and sustainable construction techniques, top tier luxury and cultural thoughtfulness.


Bisate Lodge
© Crookes and Jackson
Bisate Lodge
© Crookes and Jackson


Bisate Lodge
Section AA - Principal Area
Bisate Lodge
Section BB - Principal Area


Bisate Lodge
Section AA - Bedroom
Bisate Lodge
Section BB - Bedroom


Bisate Lodge
Plan
Bisate Lodge
Elevation West 
Bisate Lodge
Implantation

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