On the serene coastline of Sarawak, nestled among the verdant mountains of Lundu District, lies the quiet town of Sematan. Located over 100 kilometres from the city of Kuching, Sematan has maintained a tranquil charm, offering a peaceful respite from urban life. Efforts to transform this picturesque town into a high-end tourist destination have given rise to Roxy Beach Resort—a thoughtfully planned mixed development by Tecktonic & Sons Holdings that integrates living, hospitality, entertainment, and engagement all within a single cohesive masterplan.
The mixed development comprises a serviced apartment complex, a 3-storey hotel, a purpose-built banquet hall, and a retail podium at ground level, all designed to capture the natural beauty of the South China Sea and its surrounding landscapes. The serviced apartment complex consists of three 7-storey blocks rising gracefully above the foliage. The south-facing façade is crafted with vent blocks and off-form walls, blending rugged modernity with natural elements. Greenery enhances the façade, with planters adorning the corridors, their foliage spilling gracefully over the edges to create a living, breathing architectural statement. Inside, the design prioritises openness and natural ventilation, reinforcing the project’s tropical coastal identity. Single-loaded open corridors ensure ample airflow and natural lighting throughout the complex.
The complex houses 186 units, with larger apartments occupying the corners of each block and smaller serviced apartments in between. Each unit is designed for functionality and comfort, featuring spacious interiors with rear-positioned bathrooms and kitchens. Glass-railed balconies blur the boundary between interior and exterior, offering residents a seamless connection to the outdoors and uninterrupted views of the South China Sea, framed by the famous Talang-Talang Islands. Penthouses crown each block, offering expansive living spaces and private balconies with sea views.
Anchoring the development at ground level is a continuous commercial podium that caters to various types of shops and spans the three linear blocks. The mix of cafés, restaurants, and convenience stores provides ample choices, creating a vibrant and convenient retail experience for residents, hotel guests, and visitors alike. Large glass doors and curtain walls are used along the north façade, allowing the shops to visually and physically extend onto the terrace in front, creating depth of views from the green landscape to the blue sea beyond the sandy beaches, thus activating the beachfront frontage.
Adjacent to the serviced apartments stands the 3-storey Roxy Hotel, forming the hospitality aspect of the mixed development. This building houses two distinct yet complementary components: hotel accommodations and a banquet hall. The ground floor is dedicated to communal spaces that invite social interaction and leisure. Visitors are welcomed into a high-ceilinged drop-off area, where the sea horizon beyond is the first sight they see.
At the heart of this level lies the pool area, featuring a 50-meter lap pool for adults and a children’s pool. The hotel houses 70 rooms, including standard layouts, suites, and luxurious presidential suites. Each room is designed to provide guests with comfort and privacy while maintaining a strong connection to the natural surroundings. Private balconies overlook either the mountains or the sea, ensuring that every guest has access to stunning vistas.
Complementing the hotel is a banquet hall that accommodates up to 1,000 guests, positioning the development as a premier destination for large-scale events and celebrations in Sematan. Its double-volume pre-function hall is lined with full-height glazing, allowing natural light to flood the space and offering panoramic ocean views. The banquet hall is versatile and can be subdivided into smaller spaces for conferences, corporate functions, or wedding receptions. Crowning the hotel is a rooftop bar, offering guests an elevated venue for relaxation and socialisation. With views over the South China Sea and the pool area below, the bar is the perfect spot to unwind and take in the breathtaking scenery.
As an integrated mixed-use coastal development, the project creates a cohesive environment that balances residential living, retail vibrancy, hospitality, and event functionality. The serviced apartments provide a sense of home, the commercial podium activates the ground plane, while the hotel and banquet hall establish the destination as a hub for tourism and gatherings. The development aimed to elevate local and international tourism while improving Sematan’s own social economy by creating job opportunities and increasing public exposure. Through its thoughtful integration of architecture and natural landscapes, Roxy Beach Resort stands as a landmark beachfront development with a positive social impact, offering an idyllic getaway for residents and visitors alike.
Carefully mediating contemporary coastal hospitality through naturally ventilated circulation spaces, deep balconies and layered tropical landscapes, the development establishes a cohesive seaside environment responsive to climate and the South China Sea.
