Residence at Nawala
Personalized houses are interesting to begin with, as it represents individuality and character of its owner. This dwelling is in the highly urban neighbourhood of Nawala, in the suburbs of Colombo; but the...
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Projects
Ahas Gawwa
Nestled within the mist-covered hills and vibrant greenery, Ahas Gawwa is a nature-integrated boutique hotel that rises like a miracle in...
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Residential Villa at Matara
The house is located in a congested area in Matara town. It comprises three levels with 5 bed rooms, a...
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Mihira Home
The project is a renovation where the existing house was totally revamped to create a serene pool villa responding to...
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Residence at Kadawatha
The residence is located in the outskirts of the Colombo district, designed for a family of four. The key requirements...
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“388” Olympus
Urban Living Meets Natural Harmony. Nestled in the heart of the city, this house is a perfect blend of modern...
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The Misty House
Nestled in the picturesque mountains of Bandarawela, Sri Lanka, this 8,000 sqft modern luxury house seamlessly blends contemporary design with...
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Tropical Townhouse
The site was a 12.5 perch linear plot along a medium density residential lane in suburban Colombo; bounded on either...
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Articles
Architecture X Music
At first glance, the fields of architecture and music may appear as two vastly different and incompatible arts. However, for someone who is familiar with architecture, it is not difficult to understand how closely it...
“Inspiration”: How Architecture Shapes and Reflects us
Drawing inspiration from daily encounters in our lives is something most of us are accustomed to; be it a mundane interaction or a once in a lifetime experience. This phenomenon is quite recurring in artistic...
Lighting Types & Their Applications
What is light? At its core, light is a form of energy that enables us to see the world around us. It travels in straight lines unless it interacts with other materials, such as when...
Zaha Hadid – Sculpting the Future of Architecture
Not literally - but in the hands of Zaha Hadid, architecture flows, twists, and defies gravity. Often called the “Queen of the Curve,” Hadid was an Iraqi-British architect who reshaped the global architectural landscape with...
“Taste” and Architecture
Every being on earth embodies their own unique taste. Ask a dozen individuals ‘what is the most beautiful flower in the world?’ and you will receive a dozen different replies, out of which it is...
Taming the Tropics with Concrete
Post-independence Sri Lanka’s architectural landscape was shaped by nationalist and tropical regionalism, and Architect Valentine Gunasekara’ modernist works were marginalized as anti-thesis for the former. Rejecting traditional forms, he embraced spatial fluidity, often experimenting with...
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News
Hazy Existences
Organized by the Saskia Fernando Gallery, “Hazy Existences” is a solo exhibition by the renowned Indian contemporary artist Chandra Bhattacharjee....
Conservation by Design
Organized by the Geoffrey Bawa Trust, “Conservation by Design; reducing wildlife deaths by integrating design, sustainability and wildlife” is a...
22nd Annual Geoffrey Bawa Memorial Lecture
Organized by the Geoffrey Bawa Trust, 22nd Annual Geoffrey Bawa Memorial Lecture will be presented by Frank Escher and Ravi...
Mother, Junglefowl, and Scarecrow
Presented by The Barefoot Gallery Colombo, “Mother, Junglefowl, and Scarecrow” is a solo exhibition by the Sri Lankan artist and...
Swept Away Like Leaves
Paradise Road Saskia Fernando Gallery presents its first ever Artist Spotlight to be in collaboration with Cinnamon Life: “Swept Away...
Bench It
“Bench It- Designing for a Pause” is an open call for all students and emerging architects and designers to reimagine...
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𝗔𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗚𝗮𝘄𝘄𝗮
Architects: Thilanka Suraweera & Nelshika Gunathilaka
Location: Padukka, Sri Lanka
Project Year: 2024
Photographer: T’ AURA Studios – Thadshan Yoges Archphotography
A tranquil boutique retreat in the misty hills of Bope, Padukka. Surrounded by nature, this open-air escape blends tropical minimalism with stunning views and organic textures. Breathe, unwind, and reconnect.
𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲: https://archalley.com/ahas-gawwa/
#AhasGawwa #Archalley #SriLankaRetreat #BoutiqueEscape #TropicalArchitecture #HiddenGem
Jul 16
𝗟𝘂𝗻𝘂𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮 𝗯𝘆 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗿𝗲𝘆 𝗕𝗮𝘄𝗮
Step into Lunuganga — Geoffrey Bawa’s living canvas where walls disappear, gardens speak, and nature becomes architecture.
𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲: https://archalley.com/lunuganga-by-geoffrey-bawa/
#GeoffreyBawa #Lunuganga #TropicalModernism #SriLankaArchitecture #ArchitecturalInspiration #DesignLegend #LandscapeArchitecture #archalley
Jul 14
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗮 𝗙𝗮𝗺í𝗹𝗶𝗮
The Sagrada Família is more than a basilica — it’s a living masterpiece. Designed by Antoni Gaudí, construction began in 1882 and is set to complete in 2026, 100 years after his death. From its symbolic facades to forest-like interiors, every detail tells a sacred story.
𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: https://archalley.com/sagrada-familia/
#SagradaFamilia #Gaudi #BarcelonaArchitecture #Modernism #ArchitecturalIcon #archalley
Jun 7
𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲
𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗶 wasn’t just an artist, she was a storyteller who wove Sri Lanka’s identity into vibrant threads and architectural wonders. From handloom mastery to design brilliance, her legacy continues to inspire generations.
Read More: https://archalley.com/barbara-sansoni/
#BarbaraSansoni #SriLankanArt #TextileDesign #CreativeLegacy #ArchAlley #WomenInArt #CulturalHeritage #DesignInspiration
May 26
𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮 𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗮
Architects: Architect Muraj H W D
Lead Architect: Muraj H W D
Location: Matara, Sri Lanka
Project Year: 2020
Photographer: Amila Ratnayake
Not just a villa — an experience carved into the coastline.
Set in the heart of Matara, this stunning three-level retreat is where modern design meets tropical ease. With 5 airy bedrooms, a private pool, and spaces that flow with light and breeze, it’s the kind of place that makes you pause.
𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: https://archalley.com/residential-villa-at-matara/
#MataraVilla #TropicalModern #CoastalLiving #ArchitecturalEscape #DesignInspiration #LuxuryVillas #SriLankaHomes #Archalley #DreamSpaces #VillaVibes #InsideArchitecture
May 14
𝗔 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗙𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝘂𝘅𝘂𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲
Step into serenity, Nestled in Weligama, Villa Vista by Shigeru Ban is a stunning fusion of luxury and nature. With open spaces, ocean views, and a seamless blend of architecture and landscape, it’s where design breathes in harmony with the wild.
𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲: https://archalley.com/a-harmonious-fusion-of-luxury-and-nature/
#VillaVista #ShigeruBan #SustainableLuxury #TropicalEscape #ArchitecturalDream
May 9
𝗠𝗶𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗮 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲
Architects: Sumudu Abeygunawardena Architects
Lead Architects: Sumudu Abeygunawardena
Design Team: Prabhani Abeygunawardena & Sharadha Mallawa Arachchi
Location: Ahangama, Sri Lanka
Project Year: 2025
Photographer: Issy Crocker
Introducing Mihira Home – a serene pool villa nestled in Ahangama, Sri Lanka, where contemporary design meets tropical tranquility. This thoughtfully renovated retreat offers a harmonious blend of comfort and nature, providing an idyllic escape from the everyday.
𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲: https://archalley.com/mihira-home/
#MihiraHome #TropicalRetreat #SriLankaVilla #ArchitecturalDesign #AhangamaEscape
Apr 30
𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗮𝘁, 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝘂𝗹𝗲
A masterpiece of architecture and governance. Sri Lanka’s Parliament stands proudly amidst the waters of Diyawanna Lake. Where vision meets leadership.
𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: https://archalley.com/democracy-or-elitism/
#SriLanka #Parliament #ArchitecturalMarvel
Apr 28
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