A homeowner and his daughter in Silicon Valley, California, had found their perfect getaway in the form of 'Glass Tea Houses.' These three stunning glass pavilions each have their own unique purpose: sleeping, meditation and creative thinking.
Constructed by Swatt Miers Architects, each Tea House is designed with mainly glass and transparent steel, and has little to no impact on the environment. Its minimal footprint design lowers grading and preserves the rooting system of the surrounding native oaks.
The orignal plan for the area was to build a series of tree houses, but the quiet forest helped turn the houses into the magnificent oasis it is now. Each house still provides the same amount of distance to nature that a tree house would, but with a much more accessible design.
Transparent Tree Abodes
The Glass Tea Houses by Swatt Miers is a Quiet Getaway
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Architecture - There is a continued trend of eco-friendly architecture that incorporates nature into the design.
2. Transparent Structures - The use of transparent materials in architecture and design is becoming increasingly popular.
3. Accessible Nature Retreats - There is a growing trend of people seeking nature retreats that are easily accessible and have minimal impact on the environment.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Architecture firms can innovate by creating structures that seamlessly incorporate nature while still providing modern amenities.
2. Hospitality - Hotels and resorts can attract eco-conscious travelers by offering nature retreats with minimal environmental impact and unique designs.
3. Real Estate - Real estate developers can capitalize on the trend of eco-friendly and transparent structures by incorporating green building materials and designs into their projects.