Where Land, Sea, and Story Intersect

What if a reservoir could hold more than water—what if it held memory, ecology, and awareness?

Perched in the southern archipelago of Myanmar, the Kaw Thaung Hill project reimagines eco-tourism as a platform for preservation. Designed with deep respect for land and sea, the project responds to the fragile marine environment and the cultural lifeways of the local Moken (Sea Gypsy) communities. At its core, the resort is not just a destination—it’s an interface between nature, infrastructure, and identity.

A mountain-carved reservoir becomes the anchor—both functionally and spatially. Around it, the museum and hospitality structures are embedded into the terrain, drawing form and flow from the reservoir’s geometry. The architecture doesn’t compete with the landscape—it grows from it, offering framed views of the Andaman Sea and immersive experiences tied to the ecology of the region.

The project’s ambition is not only environmental performance, but narrative impact. Timber walkways weave together the sealife theater, indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, and hospitality suites—all constructed from local materials with minimal site disruption. Fishermen and villagers remain part of the coastal economy, while visitors engage directly with themes of ocean pollution, cultural continuity, and marine conservation.

This is not just a resort. It’s a choreography of water, wood, and awareness—where tourism becomes an act of stewardship.