Abstract:
The demand for wellness-based infrastructure has never been greater in a time of increasing stress, lifestyle-related illnesses, and growing interest in natural therapy methods. With its spiritual and natural significance, Rishikesh is a perfect location for an Ayurvedic centre that re-establishes people's connection to holistic healing methods. The Uttarakhand government has acknowledged this potential and suggested building a specialized Ayurvedic centre to promote health travel.
The goal of this project is to create a calm, engrossing environment where architecture and the surrounding environment coexist together. The design philosophy is based on the ideas of holistic architecture, which uses organic shapes, natural materials, and sensory-responsive areas to promote relaxation and well-being. The layout, which was inspired by the concept of a village, is cluster-based and has semi-open communal areas, interconnecting courtyards, and flowing walkways that encourage reflection and community engagement. Lush herbal gardens, water features, open yoga grounds, and a variety of lodging options to suit different customer demands are important design features.
The unique zoning of the Panchakarma treatments is one of the project's main highlights. While the therapy block and consultation spaces are positioned to provide a smooth user flow, separate, dedicated blocks for male and female Panchakarma guarantee privacy and functional efficiency. By combining constructed and unbuilt elements, the spatial language ensures cross ventilation, visual connectedness, and shaded walks that support the Ayurvedic principle of healing via balance with nature.
Drawing inspiration from Rishikesh's spiritual and natural surroundings, the overall spatial character is organic, healing, and contextually based. With a deliberate focus on sensory stimulation through light, texture, sound, and aroma, the user experience is designed to be peaceful and reflective. The ultimate goal of the Ayurvedic Centre is to function as a therapeutic haven that offers Uttarakhand's wellness tourist industry a modern platform while simultaneously conserving old knowledge systems.
Keywords: Wellness Tourism, Holistic Architecture, Wellness Tourism, Sensory Experience
