Located along the Galle Face Green promenade near the heart of the Sri Lankan financial and business district, the Shangri-La Colombo sits on ten acres of land and features stunning views of the Indian Ocean. The design explores the relationship between indoor and outdoor spaces by introducing vertical louvers to create a “transition zone” layer before entering formal spaces. The use of architectural projections with a white finish on the tower facade creates a modern feel, with influences from the local tropical vernacular.

The 5-star Shangri-La Colombo includes 500-rooms in a 23-story tower, atop a 4-story podium. Hotel amenities include over 48,000 sq. ft. of function space spread over three floors including a 20,000 sq. ft. Grand Ballroom. The hotel also features seven restaurants, a fitness center, spa, pool deck and two outdoor tennis courts.

In addition to designing the hotel, Handel Architects designed the master plan for the entire development, which, when fully built, will include office, retail, and over 400 residential units in two towers.