# Isolated Island Retreats This Tropical Luxurious Haven is Stunning and Serene By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-06-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tropical-luxurious-haven References: [knstrct](http://www.knstrct.com/travel-blog/2014/3/7/velaa-private-island) & [adr.cz](http://www.adr.cz/en/projects/) If you’ve ever tried to imagine what a tropical luxurious haven would look like, this is what should have come up. This new Velaa Private Island resort is located in the hypnotically beautiful Maldives. Created by a husband and wife duo, this tropical luxurious haven was designed by Ales Lapka and Petr Kolar from architectural firm ADR. Instructed to create an [opulent retreat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-brecon), ADR did more than just deliver. The architectural firm was able to turn the [private island](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corona-island-2025) into a modern enclave that boasts contemporary recreational facilities, fine dining options and stunning architectural details. Adding paradisaical touches by cleverly playing with lines, columns and angles, the Velaa Private Island resort has both a hip authentic island tropical theme and is lavishly equipped to accommodate your every whim. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 42% | 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 - **Tropical Luxurious Havens:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing and developing extravagant island resorts that combine modern amenities with authentic tropical themes. - **Contemporary Recreational Facilities:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating state-of-the-art recreational facilities on private islands that offer unique and immersive experiences for guests. - **Architectural Detailing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating stunning architectural details into island resort designs that enhance the overall aesthetic and create a memorable guest experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Hospitality:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Transforming the luxury hospitality sector by offering exclusive island retreats with sophisticated amenities and immersive activities. - **Resort Development:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionizing the resort development industry by focusing on creating tailor-made, opulent private island experiences that cater to the desires of high-end travelers. - **Architectural Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Pushing the boundaries of architectural design in the tourism sector by integrating paradisaical touches and innovative concepts into resort projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stone-Textured Island Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patina-maldives.md) - [Tranquil Island Wellness Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanya-wellness-retreat.md) - [Modern Harmonious Minimal Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patina-maldives-resort.md) - [Luxurious Contemporary Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tropical-living.md) - [Dolphin-Shaped Tranquil Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dolphin-villa.md) - [Organic Cliffside Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intaaya-retreat.md) - [Tranquil Thai Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zemi-beach-house.md) - [Nature-Immersive Tranquil Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treehouse-villas.md) - [Luxe Tented Biophilic Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naviva.md)