Shakticola Projects
Boutique Hotel
Located five kilometres inland from Ahangama’s pristine southern beaches, PALM Hotel is a modern concept retreat embedded within a dense palm grove. Spanning four acres, the property blends tropical context with contemporary lifestyle, offering an all-day restaurant, bar, 14-metre pool, concept store, gym, and a variety of modular accommodations designed for rest, leisure, and immersion.
Designed By Shakticola
Project Managed by Shakticola
Perched at the southern tip of Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site, The Charleston is a meticulously restored 1924 Art Deco residence, now reimagined as a nine-bedroom boutique hotel. With sweeping views of the Indian Ocean and the fort’s storied ramparts, it offers a refined blend of historic charm and contemporary comfort, tailored to the discerning traveler’s sensibilities.
Designed by A00
Project Managed by Shakticola
Set against the lush backdrop of Sri Lanka’s southern coast, Terra is a luxurious resort retreat located in the tranquil enclave of Kabalana, Ahangama. Ideally placed near world-renowned surf breaks, Terra offers guests immediate access to the sea’s exhilaration, while providing moments of repose amid sweeping views and rich natural beauty. With 12 thoughtfully designed rooms, private pools, and curated experiences, the resort invites a harmonious blend of adventure and serenity.
Designed by Shakticola
Interior Design by Elaine Jamison
Nestled on the golden curve of Tangalle’s coastline, Halcyon Mawella offers a tranquil beachfront retreat with uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean. Designed for both comfort and serenity, the hotel features a variety of accommodation options—from ground-floor cabanas and upper-floor balcony rooms to family-oriented spaces and a private three-bedroom villa. Guests are invited to unwind amid lush gardens, shaded terraces, and a shimmering outdoor pool open year-round.
Designed by Shakticola
Interior Design by Lindsey Taylor
Shakticola Projects
residential
Concealed within a dense tropical garden along Weligama Bay’s main beach road, Terrene unfolds as a private sanctuary just steps away from the iconic Taprobane Island. This villa offers a quiet immersion in nature with its fully enclosed grounds, lush green spaces, and thoughtfully integrated spaces centered around a swimming pool. At its core, the residence invites openness—blurring boundaries between inside and out through expansive glass doors and fluid spatial arrangement.
Designed by Shakticola
Project Managed by Shakticola
Set amidst the lush landscape of Heenatigala, this renovation project reimagines an existing Sri Lankan dwelling, balancing reverence for the old with the needs of contemporary living. Prioritizing preservation, the intervention retains the home’s essential character while subtly transforming its use and rhythm. The outcome is a calm, grounded domestic environment shaped by both continuity and change, and deeply attuned to its natural context.
Designed by Shakticola
Project Managed by Shakticola
Interior design by Tectonic Architects
Perched gently on the edge of Koggala Lake, this five-bedroom villa offers a meditative retreat where architecture dissolves into the landscape. Conceived as a porous threshold between built form and nature, the home embraces the lush Sri Lankan environment through a seamless interplay of interior and exterior spaces. Each room is carefully oriented to frame elements of water, sky, and foliage—inviting nature not only in sight but in spirit.
Designed by Shakticola
Project managed by Shakticola
Nestled within the lush coastal landscape of Thalpe, Galle, Monara House offers a contemporary reinterpretation of Sri Lanka’s colonial architectural heritage. This villa, designed for the discerning modern traveller, features four bedrooms arranged in a U-shape around a central pool, creating an intimate yet open spatial experience. Its refined layout invites a seamless flow between private quarters and communal spaces, all embraced by a shared balcony and framed by an elegant colonnade, embodying a harmonious dialogue between past and present.
Designed By Shakticola
Project Managed by Shakticola
Shakticola Projects
Hospitality
Located in the serene beachside village of Polhena on Sri Lanka’s southern coast, Meraki Polhena is a retreat that responds to its tropical setting with measured restraint and elemental clarity. The spatial arrangement places bedrooms at staggered levels around a central pool, creating a rhythmic interplay of privacy and communal openness. This careful orchestration cultivates a tranquil atmosphere rooted in balance, simplicity, and tropical ease.
DESIGNED BY SHAKTICOLA
Nestled in the surfer’s enclave of Hiriketiya on Sri Lanka’s southern coast, The Salty Pelican is a modern retreat that blends laid-back coastal living with tropical sophistication. Completed in December 2019, the property accommodates up to 40 guests in a mix of private and shared ensuite rooms, each with a balcony or terrace overlooking a central pool. A yoga pavilion and poolside restaurant complete the experience of restful luxury.
DESIGNED BY SHAKTICOLA
PROJECT MANAGED BY SHAKTICOLA
Tucked within a lush 10-acre landscape in Heenatigala, Sri Lanka, Miss Ceylon redefines the art of retreat. This five-star estate merges colonial elegance with vintage soul and industrial clarity to offer a deeply immersive hospitality experience. Framed by sweeping Crittall windows and nestled in nature, it invites guests into a world where intimacy and indulgence unfold with measured grace and quiet sophistication.
DESIGNED BY CAA ARCHITECTURE
PROJECT MANAGED BY SHAKTICOLA
Set against the lush backdrop of Sri Lanka’s southern coastline, the Terra Resort extension unfolds within the quiet rhythm of Kabalana, Ahangama—a locale famed for its surf breaks and coastal calm. With carefully crafted rooms and pools, the retreat balances exhilaration and tranquility. The project deepens Terra’s identity as a place of restful immersion, bringing guests into closer harmony with the landscape and seascape alike.
DESIGNED BY SHAKTICOLA
PROJECT MANAGED BY SHAKTICOLA
Ongoing Projects
Core Services
Pre-Contract Consultancy & Administration
We lay the groundwork for a successful project by ensuring everything is in place before construction begins. Our services include:
- Feasibility studies to assess site and project viability
- Condition surveys of existing buildings
- Guidance and support in obtaining building permits and necessary approvals
- Management of utility applications (water, electricity, drainage, etc.)
- Coordination and appointment of professional consultants and teams
Innovative Architectural Design
We create forward-thinking, functional spaces that reflect both vision and purpose. Our design process combines creativity with cutting-edge technology:
- Concept development using AI-enhanced tools
- Realistic and detailed 3d modelling
- Integrated planning of structural and building services
- High-precision design detailing
- Full sets of construction documentation
Project Management & Delivery
From contract to completion, we manage your project with professionalism and attention to detail, ensuring a smooth build process:
- Negotiation and award of the building contract
- Ongoing financial oversight and cost control
- Coordination between contractors, consultants, and suppliers
- On-site inspections and progress monitoring
- Final certification and project close-out
Shakticola Insights
At Shakticola Associates, we believe the future of hospitality lies at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and visionary design. Today, we’re thrilled to share an exciting step toward that future: Aurora Haven, Asia’s first fully AI-designed, 3D-printed luxury hotel — and we’re officially opening the door for global partners to join us on this groundbreaking project.
Shakticola integrates AI tools into the architectural concept development process, blending traditional references with advanced generative techniques to accelerate and refine design outcomes. This both helps the internal team to visualize and iterate designs rapidly, as well as provides the clarity to the client.
At Shakticola Associates, our commitment to blending technology with artistry extends beyond new construction into the delicate world of historic preservation. One of the most transformative tools we use today is point cloud scanning, a method that allows us to capture the full complexity of heritage buildings with millimeter-level precision—ensuring that restoration and refurbishment are both accurate and respectful of original craftsmanship.
