Palmetto Bay is the brainchild of a number of individuals, including the famed architectural firm of Fentress, Bradburn Architects, who shared the vision of an environment where nature and people would co-exist harmoniously. Although a planned community, the intention behind the goal was to be sensitive to the lush tropical landscape without compromising a refined, relaxing lifestyle.
Naturally, the landscape enhancements were all meticulously planned and executed. Phase 1 incorporated the “clubhouse” building which includes a bar, restaurant, dive shop, pool area, reception, and offices.
Near the clubhouse are twenty bungalow-style beach villas whose designs show influences of traditional Balinese, Central American and Caribbean styles. Built by skilled local craftsmen with high-quality timbers, including renowned Honduran hardwoods, these bungalows were designed to be site and climate-specific.
They have a range of floorplans but share a common open plan living design aimed at capturing the gentle trade winds that roll in from the bay.
The architects successfully achieved a sustainable, low impact set of buildings that are both unique and reminiscent of styles and structures in other parts of the world.
Architectural and design buffs recognize design elements that can be seen in some of the most acclaimed purpose-built structures in the world.