Ohana Retreat Bali
We began a metal structure in late June that would support grape vines, climbing roses and markisa plants (passion fruit). After a month the plants settled in and, for the most part, decided to grow — although more slowly than expected. The rainy season did not kick into gear during November, but we’ve had a […]
The first step of the project was to get the metal structure into place. In addition we added string lights and a water misting system. The next phase was bringing 31 concrete planter boxes up 3 flights of stairs and to move them into place around the perimeter of the structure. Then we had to […]
We have two distinct roof spaces. One is for the rooftop bar: and the other is a multi-purpose space: The space will ultimately become a shady, plant-covered arbor, but the pieces are coming together now. In the meantime we continue to get reservations (slowly), both for the rooms and the cooking classes: The reality is […]
All arbors begin uncovered. It’s a game of extreme patience. How can you have a covered arbor when the plants you start out with are as high as your knees? The answer is simple — wait it out. Since ours will be a roof arbor, we must bring planter boxes and soil about 13 meters […]