Kaplankaya-Six-Senses.Pdf
Total Page:16
File Type:pdf, Size:1020Kb
Folklore is very important to the people of Turkey and Kaplankaya. Our name, meaning Tiger Rock, 4 The Kaplankaya region comes from local stories that once Anatolian Tigers lived in the area. Goat herders told tales 16 The architectual dream of how their goats would vanish in the night but they nonetheless held the tigers in great esteem. 24 Six Senses Kaplankaya We are guided by the strength of our emblem, The Anatolian Tiger, in all that we do. It serves as 32 Six Senses services a reminder to us every day that our intention is to proudly preserve and respect all that is authentic 46 Explore the residences to our land and cultural identity, while at the same time striving to create the freedom and 62 More about Kaplankaya wellbeing we all seek in our lives. 2 3 4 5 Kaplankaya will forever change the way you see Turkey. It will give you the chance to experience a deeper insight into this great country. Kaplankaya holds nature and tradition in great respect whilst representing a global and open-minded outlook. Our visitors and residents are swept away by both the endless expanse of nature and the culture of the place. People return to Kaplankaya year on year for the sense of community and the meaningful connection with nature. As you wake to the sound of chirping swallows and birds singing in the trees, walk down to the water through rolling green hills, enjoy the spa and the many activities, you will find yourself gravitating towards a new mindset, bringing you a clearer understanding of yourself. 6 7 The air in Kaplankaya is infused with the smells of wild flowers and pine, calming the mind and invigorating the body. 8 9 Dozens of varieties of wildflower can be found in Kaplankaya, blooming at different times of the year, creating slowly changing vistas of colour. Each section of Kaplankaya’s coastline displays the undisturbed natural wonders on offer along Kaplankaya forms part of the breathtaking Turkey’s south landscape of Turkey’s South Aegean, meandering Aegean. along six kilometres of coastline, taking in seven distinct, secluded bays. From our highest point, 300 meters above sea level, you have endless views of the majestic Mediterranean hills, dotted with olive trees characteristic of the area, as they slide into shimmering, tranquil seas. Sailing boats glide across the horizon, visiting small islands out in the distance. The air in Kaplankaya is very rich in oxygen with the invigorating and soothing scent of pine and wild flowers, which carries down onto the turquoise waters, enveloping you in serenity. It’s innate energy and it’s surroundings enhances every aspect of our home owners’ and guests’ experience, achieving clarity and inner calm. 10 11 Turkey’s South Aegean is incredibly fertile and we enjoy a great variety of quality local produce, such as cheese, honey and olives, infused with the taste of the Mediterranean. Underpinning Kaplankaya’s approach is a respect for people and the environment, and a desire to create stronger connections between them. It embraces universal sensibility, welcoming people from all over the globe, but experiencing life on a local level with local sensitivities. Our landscaping stays faithful to the local flora and fauna, making Kaplankaya a seamless part of the coastline. With our reforestation program, we strive to exist in harmony with nature. We have always engaged with the local community, creating employment opportunities for local people and sourcing food locally whenever we can. Our Kaplankaya sustainability and environmental project provides funding for local communities such as refurbishing local schools and supporting local children’s education. 12 13 14 15 16 17 At Kaplankaya we have developed an integrated, holistic experience within nature to draw people out of themselves and put them back in touch with the world around them. Kaplankaya’s residences enhance the natural beauty of the area, resulting in a vibrant new experience of Turkey. Characterized by intimate bays, coves and peninsulas, the dramatic South Aegean coast is the inspiration behind the sweeping scale of this waterfront community. Kaplankaya exists in harmony with the communities around it, learning from their relaxed and philosophical approach to life. Rather than impose itself on the area, Kaplankaya seeks to shape itself as part of the landscape and local fabric. Drawing on inspiration from millennia of lived wisdom, we are designing a new way of living. 18 19 Kaplankaya stretches along six kilometres of pristine coastline against a hinterland of majestic hills with views to still the heart. 20 21 The innovative World-renowned architecture of architect Carlos Kaplankaya was Ferrater who designed so led the design, the residences approaches all form part of the his work with an landscape yet understanding of maintain their the importance of own distinctive how the manmade character. and natural interrelate. “We’re not trying to urbanize a mountain. We’re building a place for people – an identity based on a relationship with nature.” CARLOS FERRATER Office of Architecture Barcelona Under Carlos Ferrater, one of the world’s leading architects, we have created something more than contemporary. The shapes and materials used allow the buildings to stand out, yet seamlessly dissolve back into the environment. Each villa has its own, unique tailored relationship with the landscape. Our designs sensitively integrate nature’s beauty into the community, allowing for a way of life at once natural and modern. Our low-density development features buildings that echo the natural contours of the land to minimize any harmful impact to the local environment. Playing with the characteristics of the area in the designs, the team established harmonious spaces for privacy and relaxation. Amid these unobtrusive, low-density designs, you can easily lose yourself in Kaplankaya’s acres of rolling, untouched, pristine nature. 22 23 Credit: Six Senses Spas 24 25 World-renowned destination creator Six Senses operates Kaplankaya’s health and wellness resort and services its residences in the Ceviz Ridge region of the domain. Six Senses is an ideal complement to Kaplankaya, sharing a belief in the importance of holistic approaches, nature and the key role of sustainability within these. Six Senses’ conscientious world outlook is a reflection of all they do. Through the pioneering wellness techniques, emotionally intelligent approach to hospitality, personalised activities, and care for employees and local communities, Six Senses creates natural experiences away from the stresses of daily life. Six Senses helps people reconnect with themselves. 26 27 With our 24 hour work lives, many of us have lost something of our natural selves. Six Senses offers the perfect environment for guests to rediscover themselves. We craft unique experiences in nature for you, such as climbing, sailing and hiking, with as little or as much guidance as you want. Many coming just to soak in the surrounding. In combination with pioneering, personalised wellness techniques, and highly experienced practitioners, we work on bringing mind, body and soul into harmony. Our group activities, tailored for guests of all ages, help us connect with others and have fun. Understanding yourself starts at an early age and we have dedicated hosts providing stimulating experiences for younger guests. Kids adore our quirky, unconventional approach, as they learn greater respect for nature and themselves. Clockwise from top left – Six Senses Yao Noi, Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas, Six Senses Spa Elounda, Six Senses Spas 28 29 Six Senses operates successful, innovative spas and resorts in widely different countries around the world. From China, to the Seychelles, to the Caribbean, Six Senses is present in diverse regions, maintaining consistent standards across the board. Regardless of culture or geography, our approach to Six Senses Yao Noi Six Senses Con Dao Six Senses Laamu reconnecting ourselves with nature resonates. Six Senses boasts a record of successful, innovative Six Senses Zil Pasyon Six Senses Ninh Van Bay Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain spas and resorts around the world, creating spaces for relaxation and well-being. Combining incredible natural beauty with exceptional experiences, Six Senses creates and operates unique locations. Genuine and personal encounters are crafted by a wealth of experts from diverse backgrounds; from visiting spa practitioners and celebrity chefs, to star gazers, marine biologists and even its own international panel of wellness professionals. These fascinating folk complement Six Senses dedicated hosts and help to establish the quintessence of guests’ experiences. Six Senses was one of the first hotel groups in the world to introduce sustainability initiatives across its locations. It reduces its carbon footprint wherever possible and its sustainability fund runs projects around the world. Six Senses Samui Six Senses Douro Valley Six Senses Zighy Bay 30 31 32 33 The residences of Kaplankaya were built with the aim of enhancing the natural beauty of the area, resulting in a vibrant new Turkish experience. Kaplankaya offers a variety of ways for guests to visit, with hotel stays as well as private villas. The innovative, visionary architecture allows the buildings to stand out, yet seamlessly dissolve back into nature. The design was careful to be mindful of the environment. Integrating local materials and techniques, each building at Kaplankaya represents a tailor-made solution designed to blend in with the environment rather than to change it. 34 35 Integrated into the coastline, taking its natural contours as guidelines, Kaplankaya provides endless opportunities to breathe in the beauty of nature in total comfort. For those who want a taste of Kaplankaya life, there is the impressive Six Senses resort with its expansive 10,000 square meter Spa, Fitness and Health + Healing Centre, as well as world-class restaurants. Featuring 141 rooms, the resort is an exclusive experience. It is ideal for a weekend retreat or a longer stay as the area abounds in activities and nature to explore.