Looking out through a scalloped terracotta arch to the Shela harbour and a dhow on the water.

Shela, Lamu, 2025

Shela Corniche

A waterfront promenade for Shela: a terracotta pavilion on the creek, wave-form seating in stone, and lighting that holds the edge after dark.

The walk follows the harbour with dhows at the quay. Built-in benches take a slow S-curve, planted at the joints, and a small pavilion with scalloped arches sits at the water.

  • Lime plaster
  • Stone paving
  • Concrete