Norman Carr to open luxury lodge in Luangwa Valley

Zambia-based tour operator Norman Carr Safaris will open the first luxury sustainable lodge named Chinzombo in Luangwa Valley, Zambia, designed by the architects Silvio Rech and Lesley Carstens.

Constructed with low-impact eco design, Chinzombo is a sustainable development which has used sustainably sourced materials as well as local building methods and craftspeople. Combining modernist architectural forms, organic geometry and regional materials of indigenous Zambian building methods, the designers have created the luxurious bush camp.

Located on the site of one of Norman’s original camps, Chinzombo features six WiFi-equipped spacious villas, one with capacity to accommodate a family of five. The villas, which appear to float over the landscape, are nestled within the shade of ancient trees on a ridge which follows a loop in the Luangwa River.

Constructed with minimum design lines, the villas feature a steel-framed structure, which creates a contrasting design with the décor and interiors. To facilitate the comfort and luxury elements of the guests, the villas feature large, cooled bedrooms, luxurious bathrooms and private plunge pools on shady decks overlooking the Luangwa River.

The materials which are used in the development are natural, including locally-produced leather, reed-work and canvas while floors are made of recycled composite timber. There is little concrete or brick, with the décor also featuring raw linen, timber, copper and hand-made crockery. 

The interiors feature local art pieces from local weavers, pottery makers and carvers.

To add more beauty to the place, the new bush camp features a winding foot path shaded by mahogany trees, which connects the accommodation and lounge/dining area. Apart from that, it also features a yoga and exercise area and spa facilities.

Featuring vast tracts of landscaping, game fences, roads or other man-made installations, the Chinzombo is located in a place where both wildlife and natural vegetation flourish.

Chinzombo is scheduled to open in March 2013.

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