KAIA - Resorts

Development at Cloud Collective

Development at Cloud Collective

Wilder House - Resorts
Wilder House - Resorts
Wilder House - Resorts

/ OUR APPROACH

Where vision meets discipline.

At Cloud Collective, development is never separate from operations. We design only what we can operate, and operate only what we believe in. This integration keeps ideas grounded in reality while protecting the long-term value of every project. Our approach is creative yet disciplined — balancing guest experience with commercial viability, protecting returns for owners and investors, and honoring our responsibility to the land and communities where we build.

Wilder House - Resorts

/ OUR FRAMEWORK

The path to delivery.

Our projects follow six defined phases, providing clarity and control at every step of development.

01

Research & Feasibility

01

We conduct detailed site assessments including topography, climate, access, utilities, and regulatory conditions. This is paired with market analysis, competitor benchmarking, and financial modelling to confirm viability and define project scope.

02

Concept

02

We adapt the chosen brand to the specific site, establishing how its identity, standards, and guest journey will translate into the new environment. This includes preliminary masterplanning, positioning, and defining the unique character of the property.

03

Schematic Design

03

Initial design layouts are developed to map out spatial relationships, guest flow, and core infrastructure. This stage sets the foundation for how the property will function day-to-day while shaping the overall design intent.

04

Detailed Design

04

Design concepts are translated into technical documentation — including drawings, material specifications, engineering details, and systems integration. These provide a comprehensive package for tendering, fabrication, and authority approvals.

05

Construction

05

We oversee the build process, coordinating contractors, offsite fabrication, and procurement. Progress is monitored against programme, budget, and quality standards to ensure the project is delivered as designed.

06

Opening

06

Pre-opening activities cover recruitment, training, procurement, and operational set-up. Our focus is on embedding service culture, ensuring brand consistency, and preparing the property for a smooth launch.

01

Research & Feasibility

01

We conduct detailed site assessments including topography, climate, access, utilities, and regulatory conditions. This is paired with market analysis, competitor benchmarking, and financial modelling to confirm viability and define project scope.

02

Concept

02

We adapt the chosen brand to the specific site, establishing how its identity, standards, and guest journey will translate into the new environment. This includes preliminary masterplanning, positioning, and defining the unique character of the property.

03

Schematic Design

03

Initial design layouts are developed to map out spatial relationships, guest flow, and core infrastructure. This stage sets the foundation for how the property will function day-to-day while shaping the overall design intent.

04

Detailed Design

04

Design concepts are translated into technical documentation — including drawings, material specifications, engineering details, and systems integration. These provide a comprehensive package for tendering, fabrication, and authority approvals.

05

Construction

05

We oversee the build process, coordinating contractors, offsite fabrication, and procurement. Progress is monitored against programme, budget, and quality standards to ensure the project is delivered as designed.

06

Opening

06

Pre-opening activities cover recruitment, training, procurement, and operational set-up. Our focus is on embedding service culture, ensuring brand consistency, and preparing the property for a smooth launch.

01

Research & Feasibility

01

We conduct detailed site assessments including topography, climate, access, utilities, and regulatory conditions. This is paired with market analysis, competitor benchmarking, and financial modelling to confirm viability and define project scope.

02

Concept

02

We adapt the chosen brand to the specific site, establishing how its identity, standards, and guest journey will translate into the new environment. This includes preliminary masterplanning, positioning, and defining the unique character of the property.

03

Schematic Design

03

Initial design layouts are developed to map out spatial relationships, guest flow, and core infrastructure. This stage sets the foundation for how the property will function day-to-day while shaping the overall design intent.

04

Detailed Design

04

Design concepts are translated into technical documentation — including drawings, material specifications, engineering details, and systems integration. These provide a comprehensive package for tendering, fabrication, and authority approvals.

05

Construction

05

We oversee the build process, coordinating contractors, offsite fabrication, and procurement. Progress is monitored against programme, budget, and quality standards to ensure the project is delivered as designed.

06

Opening

06

Pre-opening activities cover recruitment, training, procurement, and operational set-up. Our focus is on embedding service culture, ensuring brand consistency, and preparing the property for a smooth launch.

KAIA - Resorts
KAIA - Resorts
KAIA - Resorts
KAIA - Resorts
KAIA - Resorts
KAIA - Resorts
KAIA - Resorts

/ OUR HALLMARKS

What defines our developments.

These principles guide every destination we create. They are why our projects feel personal, perform strongly, and stand the test of time.

01

Integration

01

We align development and operations from the start. Because we both design and operate, we are fully accountable to maximising returns and long-term value.

02

Considered Design

02

We believe less can be more. By avoiding over-design and overspend, we protect both the character of our projects and the returns they generate.

03

The Collective

03

We are never just one team. Each project brings together a hand-picked circle of the best minds and makers — our extended network of collaborators who share our vision and values.

04

Brand Distinction

04

Our portfolio is built around founder-driven concepts that stand apart in the market. Each with its own independent story, design language, and positioning — built to resonate with its audience, scale responsibly, and endure over time.

01

Integration

01

We align development and operations from the start. Because we both design and operate, we are fully accountable to maximising returns and long-term value.

02

Considered Design

02

We believe less can be more. By avoiding over-design and overspend, we protect both the character of our projects and the returns they generate.

03

The Collective

03

We are never just one team. Each project brings together a hand-picked circle of the best minds and makers — our extended network of collaborators who share our vision and values.

04

Brand Distinction

04

Our portfolio is built around founder-driven concepts that stand apart in the market. Each with its own independent story, design language, and positioning — built to resonate with its audience, scale responsibly, and endure over time.

01

Integration

01

We align development and operations from the start. Because we both design and operate, we are fully accountable to maximising returns and long-term value.

02

Considered Design

02

We believe less can be more. By avoiding over-design and overspend, we protect both the character of our projects and the returns they generate.

03

The Collective

03

We are never just one team. Each project brings together a hand-picked circle of the best minds and makers — our extended network of collaborators who share our vision and values.

04

Brand Distinction

04

Our portfolio is built around founder-driven concepts that stand apart in the market. Each with its own independent story, design language, and positioning — built to resonate with its audience, scale responsibly, and endure over time.

/ OUR PROJECTS

Upcoming Locations

Paro & Punakha, Bhutan
Paro & Punakha, Bhutan
Paro & Punakha, Bhutan

KOH PHANGAN, THAILAND

Long celebrated by insiders yet still under the radar of mainstream luxury, Koh Phangan is Thailand’s island in bloom. With jungle hills, pristine beaches, and a rising creative scene, it is fast becoming one of Southeast Asia’s most coveted escapes.

Koh Phangan, Thailand
Koh Phangan, Thailand
Koh Phangan, Thailand

PARO & PUNAKHA, BHUTAN

Bhutan remains one of the world’s most exclusive destinations, and the valleys of Paro and Punakha are its crown jewels. Remote yet refined, these landscapes blend Himalayan grandeur with timeless culture.

Los Cabos, Mexico
Los Cabos, Mexico
Los Cabos, Mexico

LOS CABOS, MEXICO

Where desert cliffs meet the Sea of Cortez, Los Cabos is a landscape of contrasts: raw and dramatic, yet effortlessly luxurious. It’s a playground for adventure, wellness, and world-class hospitality, set against Baja California’s endlessly cinematic backdrop.

Develop with us

We’re always on the lookout for exciting new projects. If you are interested in collaborating with us and want to hear more about our brands, requirements, and operating structures, we’d love to hear from you