Milkwood Spa Lodge

Petrarch accents bring a sense of elegance and refinement… 

As the centrepiece of the magnificent £20 million Dylan Coastal Resort, the design brief for Milk Wood House Spa dictated the need for laid-back luxury. ‘Heralded by the luxury resort sector as ‘world-class,’ Milk Wood House Spa sets a new benchmark in breathtaking design and offers a wealth of impressive facilities. 

In terms of the design spec, lead architect and Associate Director of LP Architects had this to say: “We wanted to create a building that felt as though it was hewn out of the landscape, embracing and engaging with its setting. The design inspiration was both the immediate and distant setting on the edge of the River Taf Estuary. The site stretches along the contours of a steep cliff edge with spectacular views out to the river and landscape beyond.”

“Every opportunity to experience the breath-taking and ever-changing views was considered, thus enabling visitors to see the dramatic Welsh coast and changing weather through uninterrupted clear fenestration, with every view offering a different and dramatic experience.”

Inspirational design

“The building is contemporary and sleek, and we wanted the interior to feel seamless with the architectural design – so we worked closely with the architects and client to select the building cladding, which we then wrapped into the interior to unify with the exterior and enhance the connection to the outdoors. We also wanted to soften the very rectilinear, masculine architecture with more femininity on the inside by introducing warm, tactile materials and lighting to create a series of welcoming, comfortable and intimate spaces.” Interior designer, Louise James of Blackthorn Design Studio

This project which has recently been completed will provide exemplary facilities and world-class views over the Taf estuary and Gower Peninsula. The area is famous for its long stretches of unspoilt golden sands, with some of the best family-friendly beaches, coastal paths and birdwatching in Britain. It’s little wonder that Carmarthenshire has inspired so many artists, poets and writers, including Dylan Thomas, who lived in the ancient estuary township of Laugharne nearby.

‘To begin at the beginning…’

Dylan Thomas, Under Milk Wood

The design inspiration was both the immediate and distant setting on the edge of the River Taf estuary. The site stretches along the contours of a steep cliff edge with spectacular views out to the river and landscape beyond.

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