Simply Abu Dhabi XXXV

Lazy days by the cliff-edge pool, al fresco soirées bathed in starlight, and blissful in-residence spa and wellness journeys are all available at a moment’s notice within the seclusion of your own home. Kick back and relax with the help of some of Anantara Spa’s award- winning treatments. Submit to a soothing Thai massage on your sun terrace, or in a dedicated spa room below. Feel the healing effects of an herbal poultice – a welcome treatment after a day in the sun. Ranging from three- to seven-bedroom residences, each one is delicately designed in a blend of contemporary style and traditional Asian touches. Sweeping decks, an airy ‘sala’, and enough loungers and day beds to accommodate the entire family are a given. Artisanal craftsmanship abounds, from intricately carved ceilings to banks of floor-to-ceiling glass windows. Indigenous materials, such as Thai travertine, locally sourced wood, stone and terrazzo create a sense of authenticity, while carefully curated artwork and antiques, inspired by the rich artistic heritage of the region, punctuate the interior. Life here goes far beyond inviting the outdoors in and moves into the realm of opulent open-air living. Each en suite bedroom is unusually generous in size, with most offering jaw-dropping views of the sea from the comfort of your super-king bed. Living and dining areas are self-contained to maximise privacy and comfort, and there is significant space for bespoke multi-function rooms, including a private gym, spa, and cinema room. Bespoke is king, in accordance with ultra-high-net- worth individuals’ desire to customise and curate. And with a separate service entrance, live-in quarters and fully equipped Thai kitchen, each residence is well-equipped to accommodate private events. Located on Phuket’s desirable north-western coast, the Layan Residences by Anantara exemplify the end-to-end luxury that has taken root in this region. A popular superyacht destination, it provides an island refuge like no other. In close proximity to Phuket International Airport, the area also boasts Thailand’s first and only fixed-base operation for private jets. When teamed with Anantara’s VIP airport arrival service, residents can be from runway to resident in minutes – little else compares.