Indoor and outdoor spaces are located within crevices and caves, or on shaded slopes, utilizing the cooler microclimates and minimizing solar gain. These discrete locations camouflage the architecture during the day, while at night they glow like small lanterns dotted across the massif. The project defines new territory for sustainability and sustainable tourism at every level; across planning, construction, and operation. Most construction materials will be recycled from the site, so that building impact is minimal and new forms embody the same colors and minerals as their surroundings.

Dispersed facilities minimize the resort’s footprint and invite wider site exploration, adventure, and discovery; introducing guests to all the cultural, archeological, and geological dimensions of this awe-inspiring place. Desert Rock will create a benchmark for future hospitality development in the region, delivering a net positive conservation benefit and establishing an internationally recognized place brand for our client.