mup-arq: viura hotel, spain

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mup-arq: viura hotel, spain

Feb 25, 2013

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'viura hotel' by mup-arq, villabuena de alava, spain
all images courtesy of viura hotel

taking advantage of the more rugged landscape of villabuena de alava in northern spain, the 'viura hotel' by local practice mup-arq takes its place
respectfully next to the original church and square overlooking the rest of the town. the project exhibits an arquitectonic integration of various
structural strategies and materials, both foreign and found on site. carved into the rocky hillside, the lower floor embeds itself into a natural stone
foundation left exposed within the restaurant, gymnasium, cafeteria, and computer and information areas. the remainder of the 33 standard, deluxe,
and suites are located in the three floors above - still maintaining a profile lower in height than the adjacent church as is traditionally customary -
in a dynamic stacking of oddly-shaped cubes that seem to have been toppled down the escarpment. concrete and corten steel panels offer a chromatic
duality in the elevation that find their way to the interiors where they are highlighted with modern installments and natural textures. circulation brings
guests to their respective rooms through interior atria and green exterior courtyards and terraces that create a sort of vertical garden.

the construct achieves the highest energy performance certification available. a biomass cauldron uses olive pits as a fuel source that heat each of the
spaces through the radiant floor system. only local products can be found within the hotel, acting as a client and as a producer, as it also manufactures
and sells its own wine salt. additionally, a selection of bikes are available for free to its guests, encouraging the use of clean transportation which also
gives a great new perspective on the wine-country landscape and original spanish town.

series of stacked cubes make up the primary spaces

front elevation

stacked facade

in context

suite terrace

private balcony

restaurant

information and computer area

mix of textures from natural wood, concrete, and stone faces

stairwell leading to the bedrooms

deluxe suite

balcony with view over the town

exterior entry to a room

exterior restaurant/ lounge area

danny db

02.25.13

that’s a great project!!! Finally a great one!

Fra Ro says:

Feb 25, 2013

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I beautiful hotel if they had used a lighting designer it would be perfect.

Marin says:

Feb 25, 2013

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Apparently there is no building commission in Villabuena or otherwise they must have been bribed to build such an insult to the town.

Airborne says:

Feb 26, 2013

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An really inspiring piece. Keeping bringing such great articles. Thank you!

Arturo Fumagalli says:

Feb 26, 2013

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I think its a wonderful creation of inspiration and enjoyment–relaxation, views of the town, lights, hilltops; clouds and sky! Why Not?! … @Airborne: well, thank goodness you dont live there!? lol!
I would have loved however, to see a few photos of the different suites/description available but, thats my personal preference. The sleeping area looks tight but suitable for any hotel. Its an impressive exterior, and the added green features also make it more desirable place to visit!
JH

MCL says:

Feb 26, 2013

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Good afternoon,

Thanks a lot for this article on Viura and for the kind comments. If you would like to keep in touch with us, you can find us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/hotelviura and Twitter https://twitter.com/ViuraHotel

Kindest regards from Spain

Hotel Viura says:

Feb 27, 2013

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It looks interesting and a bit funky. A nice concept for a cool hotel.

Luis M. says:

Mar 04, 2013

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