YUJI YAMAZAKI ARCHITECTURE
MURAKA UNDERSEA RESIDENCE
PANORAMIC VIEWS OF THE WONDERS OF THE INDIAN OCEAN
The Muraka at Conrad Maldives , the undersea residence is a two-level structure consisting of space above the sea level and an undersea suite designed for sleeping under the ocean ’ s surface . The undersea suite features a king-size bedroom , living area , bathroom , and walk-in closet . The undersea bedroom floor level sits five meters ( 16.4 feet ) below sea level , providing uninterrupted views of the surrounding marine environment , which boasts panoramic views of the wonders of the Indian Ocean ’ s intricate marine life .
More than half of the wall and ceiling surface is covered with 7 ” thick clear acrylic to visually connect the outside and the suite . The underwater spaces span 100 square meters and are accessed through the spiral staircase and an elevator from an overwater living room .
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