Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas has unveiled the largest overwater residences in the world after completing the final stage of a multi-million-dollar redesign.
Setting a new precedent in naturally inspired design and luxury living, the renovation of the seven residences sees a careful preservation of the element of space while marrying a light and airy interior refit with smart technology home comforts.
Most recently, the resort underwent a major renovation of the two-bedroom over water pool residences. Spread across 1,500 sqm, feature floor-to-ceiling windows across its entirety, guaranteeing views of the ocean. Fitted with a professional working kitchen in the living and dining room, each en-suite bedroom at either end features ample individual outdoor living space, in addition to the extended infinity pool tiled in natural Sukabumhi stone and shaded outdoor dining sala.
The redesign also saw the addition of a fully equipped gym and couple’s spa treatment room. Both rooms are fitted with retractable blinds, allowing for natural sunlight by day and unfiltered stargazing at night. Strategically placed glass panels offer views of the marine life beneath the massage beds, while glass-bottomed whirlpool bathtubs also provide therapeutic massages.
The resort’s beach pool residences vary from 1,330 sq.m for the two-bedroom option to 1,770 sq.m for the three-bedroom residence, while the four-bedroom pool sanctuary measures 2,000 sq.m.
Staying true to the heritage of the Maldives, each property features Kajan thatched palm roofs and Balau hardwood flooring spanning the entire length of its expansive outdoor deck, accompanied by netted hammocks suspended over water.
Surrounded by foliage and bright bougainvillea accents, occasional sights of coconut trees jutting through floors or ceilings is testament to the resort’s commitment toward preserving the natural beauty of the island, whilst optimising each residence’s space. Like the over water pool residences, the architecture of each beachfront residence reflects Kajan palm roofs and Balau decks. The newly extended swimming pools are now fitted with massage jets, whilst an outdoor Sala Thai provides shaded relief for lounging and dining.
A light neutral palette uplifts a previously dark wood scheme, presenting an atmosphere that is at once comfortable and relaxed, yet modern and luxurious. Rattan details, woven straw carpets, Maldivian motifs and teak wood furniture further accent the distinctively tropical vibe of each room. Floor-to-ceiling doors of the main living and dining area slide open for views of the tropics.
Further embodying island living at its most luxurious, a water feature wall designed to mimic that of a real waterfall, is the highlight in each revamped bathroom newly fitted with intelligent toilet technology. Wellbeing and fitness are also not forgotten – with each residence fitted with its own private double-bed spa treatment room and gym featuring a complete range of fitness equipment.
