RIVERFRONT RESORT, RAMNAGAR| Uttarakhand

Eco-Luxe Sanctuary: Vernacular Riverside Hospitality Along the Koshi

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Client
Sanjay Bansal
Location
Ramnagar, Uttarakhand (Kilmadi)
Site Area
7.13 Acres Approx
Project Status
Proposal
RIVERFRONT RESORT, RAMNAGAR| Uttarakhand

Master Planning & Zoning

The site layout follows a linear progression along the Koshi River, thoughtfully organizing guest accommodations, public facilities, and support services to maximize river views and preserve the natural landscape.

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  • Arrival & Public Zone: Positioned near the main road access, featuring a formal arrival plaza, administrative block, banquet hall, commercial kitchen, and dedicated parking facilities.
  • Cottage Enclaves: Organized into distinct clusters around central green courtyards, providing privacy and interconnected pedestrian pathways.
  • Central Recreational Hub: Anchored by an outdoor swimming pool, sun deck, gym, steam/sauna facilities, indoor bar, and a main dining restaurant with spillover seating.
  • Riverside Retreat Zone: Premium cottages positioned directly along the eastern boundary, offering unobstructed views of the Koshi River and immediate proximity to the water's edge.
  • Support & Auxiliary Facilities: Dedicated service court, children's play park, and an off-site entry zone featuring a petrol pump and driver dormitory accommodations above structured parking.

Architectural Character & Materiality

  • Vernacular Aesthetic: Low-rise, two-story cottage structures featuring traditional sloped terracotta-tiled roofs, exposed timber post-and-beam framing, and local stone masonry walls.
  • Indoor-Outdoor Synergy: Deep verandahs, wide balconies with wooden railings, and floor-to-ceiling glass fenestrations allow seamless integration with the surrounding forest and riverine ecosystem.
  • Lightweight Glazed Structures: A central glass-domed pavilion houses wellness and pool-side dining facilities, providing all-weather comfort while retaining visual transparency.

Key Highlights

  • Direct River Frontage: Prime cottages situated right on the banks of the Koshi River.
  • Comprehensive Resort Program: Integrates guest cottages, guest rooms, banqueting, fine dining, wellness spa, and children's activity zones within a unified 7-acre campus.
  • Sustainable Master Planning: Pedestrian-focused cottage courtyards connected by natural stone pathways and lush native planting.

“" Stretching gracefully along the edge of the Koshi River, this eco-resort merges regional vernacular aesthetics—sloped tiled roofs, exposed timber structures, and stone masonry—with luxury recreational amenities to offer an immersive nature retreat."”

- SANDEEP R TANDON