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Topography-Inspired Structures

The De Lemos Restaurant & Guesthouse Relies on Natural Topography

— December 18, 2013 — Art & Design
In response to a request for a conceptual design for a high-end gourmet restaurant, Portugal-based architecture and design firm Carvalho Araújo Arquitecturae Design has designed the 'De Lemos' Restaurant and guesthouse. The building follows meandering twists and turns that are in tune with the natural landscape. A concrete structure takes on the form of the contours of the land where the open vineyard is located.

The 'De Lemos' structure contains a restaurant and a guesthouse that relates to the region's wine production. The guest house and private suites are contained in a concrete structure that is intimate as well as stylish. The element of exclusivity is in its bedroom, incorporating house elements into the traditional bedroom.

The structure allows the elements of the environment to seep into its spaces by bringing natural light into every part of the construction.
Trend Themes
1. Topography-inspired Architecture - Designing buildings that exclusively follow natural landscapes as De Lemos Restaurant & Guesthouse did can make constructions blend with the environment
2. Exclusive Suites - Creating private suites that integrate house elements can differentiate a restaurant as De Lemos Restaurant & Guesthouse did
3. Natural Light Incorporation - Incorporating natural light into every part of a construction can bring the elements of the environment into the space as De Lemos Restaurant & Guesthouse did
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality Industry - Integrating the elements of a region's production through architecture and unique guest experiences can differentiate a business in the hospitality industry
2. Architecture Industry - Incorporating features that allow constructions to blend seamlessly with their natural environment can revolutionize the existing designs in the architecture industry
3. Construction Industry - Integration of technologies and innovations such as applying natural landscape designs in construction can improve the overall building processes in the construction industry
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