At first glance the Grotto sauna may look like a traditional cabin (albeit perched on rocky cliffs), but the interior is full of surprising natural curves. Designed by the PARTISANS design group, the experimental architecture seems simple on the outside, but the inside "followed dynamic air movements in curvature forms." The firm worked closely with both a mill work and steel fabricator on the project to create a new process. They also used 3D technology in scanning, modelling and building the Grotto sauna.
The idyllic location cannot be ignored either. Nestled in the rocky shores of Lake Huron, the sauna is built on the edge of a private island. While the exterior matches its surroundings, the interior offers a more sculptural and sensory experience.
Curvaceous Cave-Like Architecture
The Grotto Sauna by the PARTISANS Design Group is Challenging
Trend Themes
1. Sculptural Architecture - The Grotto Sauna's interior design showcases the potential for sculptural forms in architectural spaces.
2. 3D Technology in Architecture - The use of 3D scanning, modeling, and building techniques in constructing the Grotto Sauna presents opportunities for technological advancements in architecture.
3. Collaborative Design Processes - The partnership between the design group, millwork, and steel fabricators highlights the potential for collaborative design processes in architectural projects.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - The Grotto Sauna's unique design and use of experimental processes open up possibilities for innovation and disruption in the field of architecture.
2. Construction - The integration of 3D technology and collaborative design processes demonstrated in the Grotto Sauna project presents disruptive opportunities in the construction industry.
3. Technology - The adoption of 3D technology in architecture, as seen in the Grotto Sauna, reflects how technology can disrupt and enhance various industries, including the technology sector itself.