In the first bold move under new lifestyle brand Soori, renowned architect Soo K. Chan and Ling Fu have re-launched beachfront resort Soori Bali, comprising 48 private-pool villas set between a volcanic sand beach and rice fields in Tabanan Regency, Indonesia.

The re-launch of Soori Bali, which has recently joined Leading Hotels of the World, marks the first in a series of major developments to be rolled out under the Soori brand. Soori High Line, a residence opening in New York City’s West Chelsea, and Soori Niseko, a forthcoming ski resort in Japan, will underscore the brand’s philosophy of living exceptionally well through holistic design.

Designed, owned and operated independently by Soo Chan, founder of Singapore-based SCDA Architects, and his wife Ling Fu, Soori Bali was conceived as the family’s private vacation home. Upon experiencing the compelling setting and feng shui, the original vision was expanded from a private retreat to a more public experience.

Soo K. Chan comments: “For Ling and I, Soori Bali is as much a state of mind as it is a world-class resort; it’s a peaceful, spiritual, healing and re-energising place.”

Situated near Tanah Lot Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Bali’s most sacred places, the environmentally and culturally sustainable resort melds soothing natural surrounds with contemporary Balinese design elements, polished teak, and intricate terracotta tiles created by local artisans.

Soo Chan said Soori Bali’s award-winning architecture drew inspiration from nearby villages and a stunning natural landscape. A dormant volcano, Mount Batukaru, towers in the near distance. Volcanic stone abounds in the region, so much so that the owners quarried light grey stone from nearby sources as the foundation for the resort’s buildings.

A product of Soo Chan’s pioneering architectural style, Soori Bali blurs the line between indoor and outdoor spaces. Myriad pools and courtyards open up spaces and promote natural light and cross-ventilation.

The EarthCheck-certified resort minimizes its carbon footprint through its design as well as a host of measures including reduced energy consumption, water conservation, waste management and use of organic products.

The hotel’s expansive facilities include an infinity pool, gymnasium, library, spa, helipad, two gourmet restaurants, leisure concierge and butler service, and round-the-clock room service. The 10-room Soori Estate comes with its own infinity pool, gym, spa, kitchen, chauffeur-driven car and private butler.

Further, the spa offerings are being significantly expanded in line with the resort’s vision of being Bali’s premier wellbeing destination, promoting a harmonious and sustainable way of life.

A team of onsite practitioners and experts will offer physical alignment and massage therapies, acupuncture, meditation, neurotherapy, and longevity procedures. Special retreats will also be hosted throughout the year by visiting international wellness experts.

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