Touchwood is proud to announce one of our newest developments: a fully custom-designed Beach Access Platform & Stairs for TUI Blue, located along the dramatic coastal cliffs of Santa Martha, Curaçao. This project represents an exciting milestone for our team, combining engineering precision, custom craftsmanship, and premium hardwood construction within a highly challenging coastal environment.
As a company specializing in bespoke tropical timber structures, we are proud to continue pushing the boundaries of design and engineering for luxury resort developments worldwide.
A Special Custom Design Tailored to the Landscape
This platform is a completely custom-made structure, designed specifically to adapt to the site’s natural cliff contours, beach access requirements, and the architectural vision of the client.
At Touchwood, custom design is not simply an option — it is the foundation of our approach. Every structure we create is carefully engineered to respond to:
- the surrounding landscape,
- structural and environmental conditions,
- guest circulation and functionality,
- and the exact expectations of each client.
This attention to detail and flexibility in design is what allows Touchwood to successfully deliver complex tropical projects in unique and demanding locations.
Advanced AI-Assisted Engineering & Design Development
For technically challenging projects like this, Touchwood has increasingly integrated AI-assisted CAD and engineering technologies into our design development process. These advanced systems have become an important support tool for our engineering and design teams, helping us optimize structural calculations, fabrication detailing, and construction efficiency with a very high level of precision.
The implementation of AI-supported engineering workflows has proven extremely successful in recent international projects, including one of our latest developments in the Seychelles, where the technology delivered outstanding results during both the design and production stages.
By combining traditional craftsmanship with modern engineering technology, Touchwood continues to improve accuracy, efficiency, and project execution for highly customized timber structures.
Premium Material: Full Bangkirai Hardwood
The entire structure is constructed using 100% Bangkirai hardwood in large-size dimensions, selected for its exceptional durability and structural strength in coastal conditions.
Bangkirai is highly suitable for beachfront and elevated structures because of its:
- excellent resistance to weather exposure,
- natural durability against termites and decay,
- long-term structural stability,
- and performance in heavy-duty decking applications.
To enhance the overall aesthetic, all timber surfaces are finished in Dark Mahogany, creating a warm and elegant appearance that blends naturally with the sandy coastline and rocky landscape of Santa Martha.
A Challenging Coastal Structure
Building on a rocky beachfront cliff presents significant technical challenges, requiring careful coordination between engineering, fabrication, and installation.
Through:
- detailed structural analysis,
- custom connection systems,
- precision fabrication,
- and adaptive installation methods,
Touchwood successfully developed a structure that is both visually striking and structurally reliable.
The project is currently entering the installation phase, marking another important step toward bringing this custom beachfront platform to life.
Touchwood – Custom Timber Structures for Luxury Resorts
This project reflects Touchwood’s continued commitment to delivering:
- custom-designed tropical timber structures,
- premium hardwood craftsmanship,
- advanced engineering solutions,
- and detail-oriented construction for luxury resorts and villas worldwide.
We are proud to contribute to the TUI Blue development in Curaçao and look forward to seeing this unique beachfront structure become part of the resort experience.
Contact our team today to discuss your project and explore custom design solutions tailored to your location and vision.