New Space – Architects

Perched on the coastal contours of Phan Thiet, the Hon Rom Hill Resort masterplan transforms an extraordinary natural hillside into a multi-faceted luxury destination. Drawing inspiration from the site’s panoramic vantage points and uninterrupted views of the sea and golden beach, the plan envisions a resort that “spreads and nestles” organically into the terrain. 

This integration of landscape and architecture reimagines resort living as an immersive experience—one where wellness, leisure, and ecological sensitivity are harmonized in a vibrant, year-round destination

Location
Phan Thiet City, Binh Thuan Province, Vietnam

Completion
Ongoing

GFA
85.7 ha

Client
Thien Hai Joint Stock Company

Services
Masterplanning & Urban Design

Coastal Cascade Living: Interlacing Water, Villas, and Landscape

This masterplan image captures the thoughtful integration of architecture and landscape along Hon Rom Hill’s coastal edge. Rows of low-rise villas cascade gently toward the sea, framed by meandering water channels that mirror natural streams and extend the landscape’s visual rhythm. These waterways not only enhance the resort’s tropical ambiance but also function as cooling elements and spatial dividers, creating private enclaves within a communal whole. The orientation of villas ensures optimal views, natural ventilation, and privacy, while palm-lined pathways invite leisurely movement throughout the site. As a whole, the composition reflects a resort experience deeply rooted in nature’s flow, where luxury meets topography in seamless harmony.

Curating a Mythic Landscape of Wellness and Leisure

This masterplan reveals the full vision of Hon Rom Hill Resort as a cascading hillside destination anchored by a mythological narrative. Set against the natural topography, the layout integrates family and cliffside hotels, health and spa retreats, coastal villas, and vibrant entertainment zones. Each precinct is named after a Greek deity, subtly invoking exclusivity and aspiration while crafting a distinct character for its locale. The design not only capitalizes on panoramic sea views and layered elevation but also creates a dynamic resort ecosystem—one where nature, wellness, culture, and storytelling converge to shape a holistic hospitality experience.

Building upon the resort’s thematic foundation, the masterplan strategically organizes development clusters to follow the contours of the terrain, ensuring minimal disruption to the natural hill while maximizing ocean-facing vistas. Pedestrian paths, water features, and green corridors connect the various precincts, fostering walkability and reinforcing a tranquil atmosphere. This careful spatial sequencing enables guests to transition fluidly between moments of seclusion and sociability—whether retreating into a wellness sanctuary or engaging in vibrant coastal nightlife. Through this approach, Hon Rom Hill Resort positions itself not just as a getaway, but as an immersive destination rooted in landscape, mythology, and experiential luxury.

Coastal Harmony: Tiered Living Along the Eastern Shore

This masterplan perspective reveals a thoughtfully tiered resort development cascading from the hilltop to the shoreline, offering residents and guests panoramic views of the Eastern Sea. The layout positions 224 freehold villa lots in rhythmic clusters along curved roadways, integrating lush greenery, slope-sensitive design, and linear water features to enhance the sense of retreat and exclusivity. Beachfront amenities—including pools, promenades, and dining terraces—extend the lifestyle offering toward the sand and surf, while internal circulation is carefully choreographed to prioritize walkability, privacy, and unobstructed seascape views. The overall plan balances luxury with topographic sensitivity, creating an immersive environment rooted in landscape and leisure.

The design embraces the site’s natural contours, using them as a strategic asset rather than an obstacle. Villas are staggered in elevation to preserve view corridors while minimizing cut-and-fill, and generous planting zones help stitch together built forms with the surrounding tropical ecology. These interventions not only create a more sustainable landscape response but also provide natural cooling and shaded microclimates across the development.

Public spaces are distributed organically throughout the site—ranging from scenic jogging trails and meditation decks to community lounges overlooking the sea—encouraging healthy routines and spontaneous social encounters. This layering of private and shared spaces reinforces the resort’s identity as a wellness destination, where spatial quality, natural immersion, and curated luxury converge to shape a new standard for coastal resort living.

Ultimately, the Hon Rom Hill Resort masterplan reflects a vision of timeless coastal living—where luxury, wellness, and nature are intricately woven into the terrain. By embracing the site’s natural beauty and layering it with thoughtfully designed hospitality, wellness, and residential components, the development redefines what it means to live and retreat by the sea. It is not just a destination, but a holistic environment that elevates everyday living into a curated, sensory-rich experience grounded in harmony with the land.

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