matteo thun’s luxury resort: camping marina di venezia

matteo thun’s luxury resort ‘camping marinadi di venezia’
all images courtesy of matteo thun and partners

‘camping marina di venezia’ is a reinterpretation of traditional camping bungalows–a sustainably designed vacation resort by italian architect matteo thun. located in cavallino treporti near venice, italy the holiday spot offers moments that are both quiet and exciting. the 70 hectare size park features 32 patio-style ‘garden villas’ that redefine typical camping typology, while offering the highest in european environmental standards. an overall master plan includes the bungalows, spacious areas for campers and caravans, a beach, and a high-level environmental management system. botanically influenced and energy-efficient, the architecture respects the location’s natural features – based around existing pine trees, the plan and building arrangement is integrated into the surrounding landscape.

each wooden villa is composed of two opposing volumes, connected in-between by an open courtyard and sheltered terrace space. constructed from wood-cement blocks the material offers both thermal and acoustic insulation, with the exterior facade’s larch-wood cladding giving each villa an individual appearance due to its contingent properties. views from the interior living spaces offer a relaxing and comfortable retreat into nature, as wide double-glazed windows help to blur the boundary between the architecture and its garden.

exterior view of the wooden bungalows at camping marinadi venezia by matteo thun and partners

the ‘garden villas’ easily connect to the outdoor spaces, the layout was based around existing pine tress

each wooden villa is composed of two opposing volumes, connected in-between by an open courtyard

view showing one of the sleeping arrangements

simple and high quality materials have been applied throughout the bungalows

interior view of the garden villa’s bathrooms

 
detail of the resort’s signage

 
plan showing interior courtyard

model of matteo thun’s luxury resort, camping marina di venezia