SHARANAM HOTEL, GOA - The curvy architecture was inspired by mango trees that dominate the site with signage to follow. The brand appeal further enhanced the intent, in addition to the fact that the Sharanam group was renowned for its vegetarian food.

SHARANAM HOTEL, GOA - Bed cover, lighting and furnishings reflect the mango leaf theme with three principle colours of green, olive green and yellow ochre.

SHARANAM HOTEL, GOA - Internal signage uses curves from the overall theme and architecture

SHARANAM HOTEL, GOA - Rockers take the leaf theme still further.

SHARANAM HOTEL, GOA - Lighting for the spiral staircase takes on a sculptural quality.

TAAMRA SPA, TAJ EXOTICA - This award winning spa was the first of its kind where Ayurveda was elevated into a Spa brand across the Taj chain of hotels. The name was later changed to Jiva Spa.

TAAMRA SPA, TAJ EXOTICA - The experience was part of the design, the first being entry. Texture underfoot was highlighted at this point with ritualistic nuances borrowed from temples of South India.

TAAMRA SPA, TAJ EXOTICA - A soothing footwash served as the 'winding-down' experience as step number two in the sequence of experiences.

TAAMRA SPA, TAJ EXOTICA - Elements of water completed the 'Contemplation phase as step number three, as the client waited for the massage room to be prepared.

TAAMRA SPA, TAJ EXOTICA - A private soak under the trees after the massage completes stages four and five of the experience.

TAAMRA SPA, TAJ EXOTICA - Completing the session at stage number six is the leisurely meeting with the doctor over special tea.

TAAMRA SPA, TAJ EXOTICA - Extensive research into ancient art styles yielded bursts of colour in the form of super graphics, something which contemporarized an otherwise sombre palette.

TAAMRA SPA, TAJ EXOTICA - The application of supergraphics worked well in contrast to otherwise ritualistic material use.

TAAMRA SPA, TAJ EXOTICA - Special stone carved accessories completed the look and feel of the Spa. Shown here are stone scrubs fashioned as potential 'Give aways'.

TAAMRA SPA, TAJ EXOTICA - The copper book encouraged intrigue with its weight and texture, to be left in rooms to address guests' curiosity with detailed illustrations and information on the art of ayurveda, as well as the offerings at the spa.