This is the Barcelona space hotel, a conceptual skyscraper designed for the historic Spanish city. Spanish designer Erik Morvan created it and American developer Mobilona is attempting to get city officials on board with the project. The Barcelona space hotel would feature 2,000 suites/residences, a "space mall" and a marina with parks, pools and beaches. The hotel would be built on an artificial island off the coast of Barcelona.
The Barcelona space hotel is meant to give guests the sensation of outer space travel. Its transparent windows would offer a "view" of the galaxy and the hotel would come complete with a zero-gravity spa and vertical wind tunnel. The 984-foot hotel has received criticism from city officials, with mayor Xavier Trias saying that its construction would turn Barcelona into a spectacle.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Space Tourism
- The Barcelona space hotel aims to bring space tourism to Spain by providing guests with an immersive outer space experience.
- Conceptual Skyscrapers
- The Barcelona space hotel showcases the trend of conceptual skyscrapers that push the boundaries of architectural design.
- Artificial Islands
- The hotel's proposed location on an artificial island off the coast of Barcelona highlights the trend of creating man-made islands for unique and exclusive developments.
Where This Applies
- Hospitality
- The hospitality industry can explore opportunities to offer space-inspired experiences and amenities in hotels and resorts to cater to a growing demand for unique travel experiences.
- Architecture
- Architectural firms can embrace the disruptive innovation opportunity of designing conceptual skyscrapers that incorporate immersive experiences, like the Barcelona space hotel.
- Real Estate Development
- Developers specializing in artificial island construction can capitalize on the trend by creating exclusive and luxurious properties, such as the Barcelona space hotel, in unique locations.
