igor brozyna: hotel + spa in gdynia

‘hotel + spa’ by igor brożyna in gdynia, poland images courtesy of igor brożyna

poland based igor brożyna has nestled ‘hotel + spa’ into a hillside in gdynia, poland. a green terrace extends from the building’s roof to meet the crest of the highlands, providing a physical barrier between the public and private spaces. the roof becomes considered the ground plane making the public amenities accessible to visitors. an entrance leads into the raised volumes directly connecting individuals with the spa’s facilities. this elevated space creates an ideal perch with a serene prospect into the tree’s leafy canopy.

spa nestled amongst a grove of trees

a reception hall, restaurant, and cafe are placed below ground. upon descending into these underground areas, windows allow the flora and fauna to provide the sense of enclosure. a meandering path gestures visitors to journey into nature, unexpectedly towards a natural stream adding to the tranquil atmosphere.

facade

ground level roof terrace

site plan

plan of ground level roof terrace

floor plan / level 0

floor plan / level 1

floor plan / level 2

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elevation

elevation

diagram

process model