Solene: Where Goa’s Heritage Meets Modern Luxury and Community

In the heart of Moira Goa a 115yearold family estate has been reimagined into Solene a private membersonly club by the Isprava Group that blends luxury heritage and community Conceived by Nibhrant Shah Managing Director amp CoCEO Isprava Group and Dhimaan Shah Executive Director amp CoCEO Isprava Group Solene goes beyond exclusivity to create meaningful connections offering a soulful space where homeowners locals and likeminded individuals can gather for shared experiences rooted in culture wellness and modern luxurySolene is more than just a private club itrsquos rooted in the idea of community and meaningful connection What inspired the creation of this conceptWe are a luxury lifestyle company and all our brands stand on the same pillars which are attention to details and really highend luxury without being noninclusive We love the details and focus on them but ultimately everything we do has a focus on community Today at Isprava we have a lot of homeowners who have come together as a community and Solene is fundamentally a physical manifestation of thatSolene is a brand we have always aspired to create Itrsquos an extension to our group business we believe itrsquos a space where Isprava and The Chapter Homeowners likeminded locals and Lohono customers can build real relationships a space where likeminded individuals could come together not just for leisure but for meaningful moments and shared storiesYour first club Solene Moira opens in a 100yearold family estate in Goa How did the history of the space influence your approach to design and curation The design of Solene needed to foster connection and community without losing that sense of intimacy We achieved this through warm layered materials thoughtfully curated nooks for reflection and communal spaces that still feel inviting and livedin The de Souza home had a soul we didnrsquot want to disturb Rather than redesign we restored it with sensitivity and respect Original elements like the altar woodwork and grand doors were retained while modern comforts were layered in thoughtfully The familyrsquos dining room became a wellness centre and walking sticks once used by a family member now serve as door handles Every detailfrom the muted velvet and linen textures to the bespoke chandeliers and whimsical art pieceswas designed to evoke the same soulfulness found in an Isprava home By weaving in Goan heritage handcrafted elements and an atmosphere of quiet luxury we created a space that feels both deeply personal and meaningfully sharedYoursquove described Solene as a place where homeowners and local residents can come together Why was that integration so important to youWhile Solene is a private membersonly club it was important for us to reflect the spirit of Moira in both its design and cultural programming The village is known for its warmth and simplicity and we wanted the space to feel like an organic extension of that By collaborating with local artisans and storytellers as part of our bespoke programming wersquove built a sense of place that feels connected to its surroundings even if membership remains exclusiveWith amenities like a glasshouse sauna cold plunge and pickleball court Solene offers a modern lifestyle experience How did you balance luxury with a sense of homegrown charmFor us luxury is about intention Every space at Solene was designed to feel warm familiar and quietly elevated So while yoursquoll find a stateoftheart wellness centre and a pickleball court yoursquoll also notice lacetrimmed cushions brass corner guards and walkingstick door handles small human touches that anchor the experience in comfort and charmBut what truly sets Solene apart is how it fits into a larger lifestyle ecosystem As people seek more than just homes they seek belonging Solene becomes more than a club itrsquos a livedin extension of the values our community already shares Itrsquos modern luxury that doesnrsquot disconnectit draws you in offering a space that feels both elevated and deeply personalCommunity privacy and bespoke excellence are central to your brand values How do those translate into the daytoday member experience at SoleneEvery experience at Solene is designed to feel personal Whether itrsquos a quiet corner to read a communal table to share a meal at Orangerie or a local wellness workshop at the Memberrsquos Lounge therersquos space for both solitude and connection Our members are seen not just served We hope they feel a sense of coming home Not in the literal sense but emotionally A sense of ease of being exactly where theyrsquore meant to be And everything we do at Solene is centered around giving our members thisYouve launched a club in Moira but have plans to expand across India What kind of neighborhoods or communities are you looking to be a part of nextWhen we first ideated a members only club the vision was simplendashto create a brand that is the best in the world which is exclusive and luxurious Building communities and relations is at the heart of everything we do at Isprava Group and Solene is the physical embodiment of that For us the growth in Solene is about ensuring that it grows in a very systematic scalable and very value driven manner We will of course eventually open an even bigger club in Goa in Alibaug and so on but of course those will come at the appropriate times We have an existing homeowner community in these places and our club will integrate them with the local communityFrom a hospitality standpoint how does Solene differentiate itself from traditional private clubs or boutique retreats in India todayMost private clubs focus on scale or status At Solene we focus on depth of experience of connection of culture Our setting in a 115yearold home in Moira gives us a soulful foundation but itrsquos our curation that keeps it alive Every month we build a bespoke calendar of events August for example has artful film screenings and board game nights to guided agave tastings retro bar takeovers and live mehfils They are designed to create a sense of rhythm reflection and joy for our members Itrsquos about genuine moments that feel personal intentional and quietly unforgettable Our programming is designed and based on two basic fundamental pillarsone is community that is building and bringing this amazing community and tribe we have built together more regularly and the second is uniqueness

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