Located in Curanipe, Chile and designed by WMR Arquitectos, this elevated building is a warehouse-inspired hotel that embodies an industrial design style.
The Punta Sirena Hotel is mainly designed to encourage water sports and is located on a beach. The fact that the building is elevated was a purposeful construction designed to avoid an excessive amount of damage in the extreme weather that may affect the region -- including earthquakes and tsunamis. The glass windows are also designed to break in the case of a tsunami, which would work to prevent resistance and further destruction of the property.
The elevated building is complete with a wooden interior that boasts plenty of light, helping to provide a welcoming atmosphere despite the risks of the location.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Elevated Buildings
- Opportunity to develop innovative construction methods and materials for buildings that can withstand extreme weather conditions.
- Industrial Design
- Opportunity to embrace a warehouse-inspired design aesthetic in various industries, such as hospitality, retail, and residential.
- Disaster-resistant Architecture
- Opportunity to create buildings that are resilient and can withstand natural disasters, offering protection and safety to occupants.
Where This Applies
- Hospitality
- Opportunity for the hospitality industry to create elevated beachside hotels that provide unique experiences while offering protection from extreme weather events.
- Architecture
- Opportunity for architects and designers to explore elevated designs and incorporate disaster-resistant features for various building projects.
- Building Materials
- Opportunity for the building materials industry to develop innovative materials that can withstand extreme weather conditions and contribute to disaster-resistant architecture.
