Tapia Cabins, Masterplan Configurations
Tapia Cabins is a new modular hospitality retreat concept focused on re-thinking Caribbean lifestyle and the traditional hotel concept.
The cabin concept follows extensive research into the tourism and hospitality market of Tobago - an emerging market in the Caribbean and sister island to the twin island state of Trinidad and Tobago.
M_A/D’s research into local culture, history and the perception of Caribbean architecture (globally) has presented a dynamic shift away from traditional hospitality typologies found on the island, resulting in a focus on celebrating the unique experiential qualities of the islands.
The cabins were conceived to adapt to the changing needs of emerging/established tourism markets with varied terrains and environments (coastal and inland) without compromising on the spatial and material qualities found in many 5 star retreats in the region. This is conjunction with the integration of smart technology into each cabin.
As one of the Caribbean’s foremost emerging tourism destinations, Tobago is still largely underdeveloped (primarily due to conservation and /or lack of investment) and hosts a variety of rich, diverse natural landscapes. Preservation of the island’s natural landscapes through sustainable development remains essential to maintaining its presence as a unique destination - undepinned by local planning and development policies.
Tapia Cabins encapsulates the concept of strategic, sustainable development with the flexibility of erecting multi-unit configurations in a number of tropical terrains and Tobago provides the perfect backdrop to explore a new take on the region’s accommodation, hospitality and lifestyle.
Our site for the first four cabins will be in Plymouth Peninsula, Tobago (2022) with a wider framework of sites across the island. The Tapia Cabins product will allow also landowners, developers and operators a commercially versatile offering, whether a start-up or multi-national brand.
For more information about the cabins click here . For collaboration with us on your own development with Tapia Cabins please email us via info@m-ad.co or visit our partners Cove Bay Developments.
