DesignOne Studio

At DesignOne, our journey continues to the farthest corners of the planet — to the serene island of Huahine in French Polynesia, just across from Bora Bora — where we’re designing the first resort for WOW (Way of Water).

Imagine waking up in a villa floating above crystal lagoons or surrounded by lush tropical gardens, where modern design blends seamlessly with Polynesian culture. A place where the indoors flow into the outdoors, and life moves to the rhythm of the ocean breeze.

This is more than just a resort — it’s a reflection of DesignOne’s global reach, our passion for bridging cultures, and our belief that great architecture can create moments of stillness, inspiration, and connection.

WOW is designed for digital nomads, dreamers, and anyone seeking an escape from the noise — a sanctuary at the edge of the world where tranquility becomes a way of life.

A glimpse of paradise — launching soon.

Proud to be partners in shaping this extraordinary destination.

A Glimpse Into Our Latest Workplace Design | Janashakthi Insurance PLC & Orient Finance PLC Offices

At DesignOne, every project begins with a story.

For the new Janashakthi Life and Janashakthi Finance (Previously Orient Finance) offices at Darley Road, Colombo, the story was sparked by two inspirations.

One was the timeless art of Piet Mondrian, whose clean geometries and bold colours evoke energy, clarity, and optimism. The other was Bishop’s Gate, the heritage site where formal women’s education began in Sri Lanka. This powerful legacy resonated deeply with Janashakthi, a brand whose name itself carries the meaning of “life force.”

The result is a design that merges tradition and modernity, creating spaces that are energising, collaborative, and exhilarating – spaces that ignite the Janashakthi lamp with passion, vigour, and performance, fostering a new culture of work.

Here are a few photos edited on-site to share an early glimpse before the professional photography is released. Seeing these spaces come to life reminds us why we do what we do – transforming ideas into environments that empower people to thrive.

We thank Prakash Schaffter, Ramesh Schaffter, and Nicole Perera for their trust in our vision, and celebrate our talented design team – Dan Ameresekere, Sinduja Ashley, Minoli Peiris, Azurdeen and Hemsika Krishnamoorthy – for their dedication in bringing this project to life.

Stay tuned for the full photo reveal soon.