# Ocean-Mimicking Resorts Sanitas Studio Creates a Watery Aesthetic for a Place in Thailand By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-04-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanitas-studio References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/sanitas-studio-ocean-journey-baan-san-kraam-thailand-04-25-2014/) & [sanitasstudio.wordpress](http://sanitasstudio.wordpress.com/) Faced with the difficult task of making the most of a [small amount of beach space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/10m), Sanitas Studio came up with a solution to ensure [residences at the resort](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gundari-resort) felt close to the water, even if they weren't right on the ocean. Instead of putting a small pool close the beach, the architects ensured the pool area flowed throughout, coming right up to the front of some places. Walkways were also placed throughout the water areas, so that it even felt like one was venturing out onto their own dock of sorts. At night, the entire area is lit up so that guests can really enjoy the pool views and relax. While the beach is still available, there's a good chance many people will want to stick to the space right outside their rooms. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/design/sanitas-studio-ocean-journey-baan-san-kraam-thailand-04-25-2014/), [sanitasstudio.wordpress](http://sanitasstudio.wordpress.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Watery Resorts:** Architects are designing resorts to simulate ocean environments to give guests a more authentic experience. - **Pool-oriented Architecture:** Architects are designing buildings with an emphasis on incorporating water features to enhance aesthetics and functionality. - **Underwater Accommodations:** Hotels are designing underwater rooms and suites to offer guests a unique and immersive experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can offer unique accommodation experiences by incorporating water features and watery aesthetics. - **Architecture:** The architecture industry can design buildings with an emphasis on incorporating water features and simulating ocean environments for enhanced aesthetics. - **Tourism:** Tourism companies can offer unique travel packages that include stays in underwater or ocean-themed accommodations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Harmonious Minimal Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patina-maldives-resort.md) - [Stone-Textured Island Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patina-maldives.md) - [Asymmetrical Ultra-Compact Pools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faraway-pool.md) - [Organic Cliffside Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intaaya-retreat.md) - [Treehouse-Style Tranquil Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frida-escobedo.md) - [Tranquil Island Wellness Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanya-wellness-retreat.md) - [Underwater Pool Window Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hastingssunrise.md) - [Juxtaposing Minimal Artful Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oceana-retreat.md) - [Nature-Immersive Tranquil Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treehouse-villas.md)