Fireplace and Shelves
The sand-colored fascia of the roofline allows the palapa to appear more integrated in its environment, as does the stone wall facade, which blends in with the boulders.
Nataša Stanaćev and Manu Granados of Stanaćev Granados Arquitectura designed and built this beachfront cabin in Matanzas, a rustic, windswept area of Chile, while they were living in Spain.
Living Room
The palapa roof is a nod to traditional Mexican architecture.
Adding life but not clutter, Jacqueline has adorned the RV with lots of greenery; a papaya-print shower curtain echoes the tiny home’s plant life. A woven trash can and wood shelving give the room a chic, organic touch.
The modern palapa nestles into the naturally rocky slope. Vegetation is encouraged to grow over the structure.
In the Pacana Suite, modern European influences are replicated in the clean lines and exquisite detailing.
After finding paradise on a Hawaiian papaya farm, filmmaker Jess Bianchi and jewelry designer Malia Grace Mau tapped San Francisco artist Jay Nelson to design and build their dream home in just five weeks. Located just one block from the beach, the home takes inspiration from laid-back surf shacks and is mainly built with reclaimed wood.
In a nod to the local vernacular, the palapa-style roof is covered in dried palm leaves. The thatched roof cover also helps deflect solar heat gain and aid in thermal insulation.
Casalgrande Padana’s Macro pattern
Floor plan of Palapa Concreta by Lasala & Lasala
Palapa
Masaya Lounge Chair in black leather & sustainably sourced Royal Mahogany. Masaya & Co. combines artisanal techniques with contemporary designs to make handmade furniture from sustainably sourced tropical hardwoods. Masaya & Co. pledges to plant 100 trees for every product sold.
Palapa
Masaya Arm Chair in handwoven indigo chess weave & sustainably sourced Rosita Walnut. Masaya & Co. combines artisanal techniques with contemporary designs to make handmade furniture from sustainably sourced tropical hardwoods. Masaya & Co. pledges to plant 100 trees for every product sold.
"Panama" by Michele Rondelli
"Panama" by Michele Rondelli
The art of the palapa, early in construction.
Ocean view from the palapa
The kitchen and grand palapa come alive at dusk.
IKEA Abelvär headboard with a Bemz cover in Steel Blue Panama Cotton. Bemz bedspread in Verdigris Brera Lino by Designers Guild. Bemz Loose Fit Urban bedskirt in Duck Egg Brera Lino by Designers Guild. IKEA Stocksund bench with a Bemz cover in Zinc Grey Betula. Bemz cushion covers in Tea Green Panama Cotton, Ivy Panama Cotton and Mineral Blue Tegnér Melange.
IKEA Abelvär headboard with a Bemz cover in Steel Blue Panama Cotton. Bemz bedspread in Verdigris Brera Lino by Designers Guild. Bemz Loose Fit Urban bedskirt in Duck Egg Brera Lino by Designers Guild. IKEA Stocksund bench with a Bemz cover in Zinc Grey Betula. Bemz cushion covers in Tea Green Panama Cotton, Ivy Panama Cotton and Mineral Blue Tegnér Melange.
Cocooned by the jungles along the Mexican Caribbean coast, Papaya Playa Project offers the best of both forest and sea. The design of this eco-friendly resort hotel uses “Chukum”, a traditional Mayan building technique that keeps interiors cool.
Palapa at Casa Tau Punta Mita
Pool and Palapa View at Casa Tau
Biomuseo in Panama City, designed by Frank Gehry
Main Palapa Kitchen & Living Area
Outdoor Connection - Casita to Indoor Palapa
Cutting through the Panama Canal, circa 1916.
loft tub perfectly positioned in the palapa roof
Mid-century Blue with Brass Panama Weave grill
The poolside, palapa terrace captures unending ocean views.
IKEA PS armchair with a Bemz in Absolute White Panama Cotton.
The upstairs pajama room with TV and sofas is next to the premier suite
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