The source of inspiration for the recent redesign of the Serengeti House, completed in April 2025, was the Serengeti itself very simply. The scale and colour of the Singita Grumeti (Tanzania) setting (local softness and sense of movement) took much of the direction the redesign took.
Singita regularly updates its space to ensure its gradual evolution. But the character of these places remains intact, and the update only strengthens the spirit of what was already there. “We gently tweak our property to a new chapter,” says Georgie Pennington, group creative director.
Feeling calm, the redesign entailed several architectural changes, opening up a sense of arrival and quickly connected you to the view. An intensive kitchen forms the centre of the home, and a rebuilt wellness area gently hanging over the plains provides peace. Few have been synthesized in the redesign, so this is a homage to natural textures and materials: linen, cane, grass, clay and wood. “Biomimicry plays a big role as always. Our design team has held this as a teaching principle since we founded,” says Georgie.
The interior leaps even further towards nature, its drama and scale, sky and space. But nonetheless, it is friendly. “I think anyone walking is welcome, not just because the space is comfortable, but because it feels like a continuation of the setting,” Georgie says.
The harmonious use of colour and texture, and the symbiosis between the interior and setting evokes a sense of serenity. “We wanted this to feel like home and be attractive and reserved. We don't demand attention,” she says.
With four suites, the property is uniquely intimate, yet has a sense of infinite space. Two of the suites are cottages away from the main lodge, tennis courts, generous decks, long swimming pools and new wellness spaces all contribute to a sense of softness and expansiveness.
One of the intentions of the Serengeti House was to serve as a space to celebrate African artists, except that it was a sanctuary and dedicated home. The design team curated and resided walls with beautiful African pieces to celebrate their creativity and skills.
Womancraft, massive canvas, woven murals with beadwork hanging, views of the aviation village in Sidai Designs, and textured works by Chris Soal bring the walls to life. Designed in collaboration with Timber Chonary by Arkivio, Umdabu and intricate woven cushions by Swaziland-based Coral Stephens, the lights give the space depth, and equipment inspired by the lunar stages made from recycled plastics by Tanzania studio Dunia design and Kreiscalpuru enhances them even more.
Hiding in the untouched wilderness of the northern Serengeti, guests can create their own space, make their own time their own and experience many wonders of the region, including large migration.
Activities at Serengeti House range from exclusive daily game drives and guided walking safaris to concession-coordinated community visits to learn about the work Grumeti Fund, a non-profit protection partner at Singita in Tanzania.
Children of all ages are welcome at the Serengeti House, with Syntagle Méti's private landing strip nearby. This means guests can easily access the villa. Prices start at 19,505,00 USD per night (up to 8 guests).
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