Yalıkavak Holiday Resort

We are bringing together Bodrum's rich history and rugged rocky geography with one of nature's most noble figures: the 'Seahorse'. This massive 370,000 m² complex is not just a holiday resort; it is a living organism whose form is derived from the natural curves of the coastline. The seahorse's hard outer shell is shaped by the characteristic rock structure of the land, while its underwater color diversity is brought to life by Bodrum's rich vegetation and energy. In this project, Phi Landscape has processed nature's anatomical heritage with technical discipline, building an aesthetic balance and functional depth in every detail.

The rich color palette of marine life harmonizes with Bodrum's vibrant and characteristic atmosphere, while the design approach, inspired by the noblest creatures of the sea, reflects the historical depth and cultural heritage of the region. The concept of a robust and durable physical structure is derived from the natural rock formations of the area and translated into architectural language. This approach, integrated with the natural topography, transforms the project from merely a holiday resort into a holistic living experience where nature, history, and architecture meet in harmony.

LOCATION

Yalıkavak, Mugla, Turkiye

PROJECT YEAR

2021

PROJECT AREA

370.000 m²

CLIENT

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The concept project was developed based on the silhouette of a seahorse, which can be read from the natural form of the land. The natural yet rocky terrain exhibits a similar character to the seahorse's hard shell, which appears soft from the outside but is protected by bony plates. This similarity allowed the design to go beyond a formal analogy and transform into a spatial and structural construct.

The main circulation axis was treated as a continuous line representing the seahorse's spine; the hard, terraced, and rocky areas were interpreted under the concept of "shell."

Our starting point in this project was to read the land's own form. When we examined the land, we realized that the overall silhouette had a natural structure reminiscent of a seahorse. This analogy went beyond being a formal reference and formed the main conceptual backbone of the project.