Sensorium Tropical Shelter

Sensorium Tropical Shelter 

Arti Design Studio

Sensorium Tropical Shelter
© Adi Widiantara

LEAD ARCHITECTS
Raynaldo Theodore, Natasha Astari

GENERAL CONSTRUCTING
Pt. Sukses Dekorindo Semesta

ENGINEERING & CONSULTING > LIGHTING
Erre Luce

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
Wanna Flower

LEAD TEAM
Marsha Raisa

DESIGN TEAM
Kirey Nadya

PHOTOGRAPHS
Adi Widiantara

AREA
594 M²

YEAR
2023

LOCATION
Indonesia

CATEGORY
Hospitality Architecture

Sensorium Tropical Shelter
© Adi Widiantara

Text description provided by architect.

Situated along the route to Echo Beach in Canggu, Bali, Sensorium Tropical Sanctuary is a contemporary interpretation of tropical architecture, where built form, nature, and well-being converge.

Designed as an open-air community hub, it invites guests to experience a deep connection with their surroundings while enjoying specialty cuisine against the backdrop of Bali's iconic rice fields.

Sensorium Tropical Shelter
© Adi Widiantara
Sensorium Tropical Shelter
© Adi Widiantara

Framed between a natural creek and rice paddies, the structure prioritizes integration over imposition.

Inspired by the simplicity of vernacular Indonesian gubuk shelters, the design embraces a light, elevated roof, delicately lifted and curved to create a continuous shaded expanse.

Sensorium Tropical Shelter
© Adi Widiantara
Sensorium Tropical Shelter
© Adi Widiantara

This floating canopy defines the space below, connecting essential functions while maintaining an uninterrupted relationship with the landscape.

The kitchen, placed at the entrance, is left intentionally open, reinforcing a sense of welcome and interaction.

Sensorium Tropical Shelter
© Adi Widiantara
Sensorium Tropical Shelter
© Adi Widiantara

A winding entrance path (jalan berliku) leads guests toward a foyer bathed in caustic light from a skylit pond, where reflections ripple across surfaces, creating a sense of momentary stillness.

Nearby, a brick-formed pastry shop offers a cozy waiting area, while the outdoor terrace provides a sensory experience in Bali's warm climate.

Sensorium Tropical Shelter
© Adi Widiantara
Sensorium Tropical Shelter
© Adi Widiantara

Locally sourced materials ground the project in regional craftsmanship.

Warm beige concrete and handcrafted bricks from Balinese soil create a cohesive, organic palette. Glass bricks introduce a play of transparency, filtering daylight into the space.

Sensorium Tropical Shelter
© Adi Widiantara
Sensorium Tropical Shelter
© Adi Widiantara

The use of ironwood for decking and solid teak furniture emphasizes durability and natural textures, while an innovative recycled cigarette waste-infused concrete mix signals a step toward sustainable material development.

This project is a collaboration between architects and the chef-owner, seeking to redefine how architecture responds to the tropical environment.

Sensorium Tropical Shelter
© Adi Widiantara
Sensorium Tropical Shelter
© Adi Widiantara

By rejecting conventional enclosed dining, it offers a breathable, naturally ventilated alternative, using shade and airflow to create comfort.

The result is a modern yet timeless prototype, bridging vernacular wisdom and contemporary architectural evolution.

Sensorium Tropical Shelter
© Adi Widiantara


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Block Plan
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Ground Floor Plan
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Roof Floor Plan


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Section A
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Section B
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Section C
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Section D


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Isometric
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Exploded Axonometric