Owner: Red Sea Global
Architecture: Killa Design
Interior design: Studio Paolo Ferrari, Rockwell Group (restaurants and spa)
Photo credits: Courtesy of Red Sea Global Shebara Resort
A string of pearls seemingly emerging from the pristine waters, or a series of capsules resembling spacecraft? What’s certain is that the stainless steel spheres forming part of the Shebara Resort, positioned on the Red Sea’s crystal-clear waters, refract the sky and sea with an effect that almost makes them disappear. And this is just one, the visible one, of the measures implemented by Killa Design‘s architects to minimize impact on an ecosystem rich in extraordinary biodiversity of marine species and corals.
Even the onshore villas blend seamlessly into their surroundings, nestled on soft white sand facing the sea and embraced by a landscape of native plants. A total of 73 residences, each with a pool – located 25 kilometers from the mainland, accessible by boat or seaplane – exemplify self-sufficient architecture. «All villas are constructed, fitted out and commissioned offshore, and shipped to the site as a ‘plug-in’ to the solar-powered zero energy infrastructure,» says Shaun Killa. This perfect combination of high-level hospitality and innovative technologies offers an extraordinary escape into nature and well-being.
It’s a sanctuary where even the interiors, curated by Studio Paolo Ferrari, create an experience deeply connected to the surrounding environment, thanks to a design rooted in craftsmanship and bespoke materials like molten glass, travertine, oak, and leather. This refinement of finishes is also evident in the interiors of the five bars and restaurants, designed by Rockwell Group, which evoke the underwater world through elements inspired by the Red Sea’s flora and fauna.
Or in the Spa, also by Rockwell Group, which incorporates earthy tones and materials to convey a sense of grounding. An inspiration drawn from nature and the power of the sea is also reflected in the types of treatments offered. It goes without saying that spectacular views unfold, particularly from the Overwater Villas, or from the three residences situated on a private islet that can be privatized and even boasts its own private yacht dock.
