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blends ancient ritual with modern biohacking. Named after the Hebrew w o rd m e a n i n g l i g h t , b o d y, and spirit, each i n - r e s i d e n c e s a n c t u a r y w i l l include an in- floor body scanner, a h y p e r b a r i c chamber, hot and cold plunges, a red- light dry sauna, lymphatic drainage technology, and a meditation pod, an on-site medical concierge — an expert wellness facilitator whose role is to serve as a private health strategist, coordinating personalized longevity, recovery, and preventative care services. Lighting to optimize circadian rhythms and elevated oxygen delivery will add to the feeling of Zen. Each residence will also have a pool, balcony, and outdoor kitchen. The units and penthouses will have access to shareable amenities, including KA-EL Divine Life Source (with a club, lap pool, sound bath retreat, and jogging paths) and the KA-Yan Fitness center (with lap pool, sound bath, and yoga and breathwork studios. The architect for KA Residences Houston is Kobi Karp, based in Miami and known for his work on Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club, Arte Surfside, Satori Hotel & Residences, and projects around the world. The first KA Residences at 55 Briar Hollow Lane near the Post Oak Hotel is by invitation, with the partners tapping into their client list for potential residents. Prices range from $3.5 million to $15 million. Still, the partners envision the brand will grow rapidly with $1 billion in the pipeline for complementary projects across the globe slated for Dallas, Scottsdale, Dubai, and Mexico City — for starters. As the wellness industry evolves, Magon and Bhamani envision more KA locations around the globe, building name recognition by helping their clients live their healthiest lives. "Our five-year plan is to take this project into other U.S. cities, global cities, From top: A rendering of KA Residences Houston. The one- and two-story penthouses. Expansive living space and chef's kitchen. The KAAVYA thermal pools. then we'll explore verticals even further, such as hotels," Bhamani says. "But today, KA is going to give our residents a different way to live in Houston. When our clients stay at places like Six Senses and Aman, they're returning to self. We want to bring that experience [to Houston] so they can live it every day." Adds Magon, "We want this building to be based on science and luxury — the ultimate luxury is quiet luxury. It's how you rejuvenate yourself and your own capabilities." liveka.com. Each in-residence sanctuary will include an in-floor body scanner, a hyperbaric chamber, hot and cold plunges, a red-light dry sauna, lymphatic drainage technology, and meditation pod, plus an on-site medical concierge. 49