A beautiful jungle spa in Mexico is architecturally camouflaged in a mountainous town, about 50 kilometers outside of Mexico City. It is clear that the team that conceptualized the aesthetic of this structure sought to preserve "a certain mystique." Soler Orozco Arquitectos and Javier Sánchez worked tirelessly on this jungle spa that promises to "improve people's physical and emotional wellbeing." Visitors may enjoy a gym, a sauna, a cold plunge pool, and massages at this destination in Tepoztlán.
Soler Orozco Arquitectos and Javier Sánchez decided on a circular floor plan that certainly brings a degree of balance to the structure. From the outside, the building appears as a mound. Individuals are welcomed to enter it "from below via an opening that cuts through the mound-like form."
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What's Driving This Trend
- Jungle Architecture
- The design of jungle spas can incorporate organic elements to blend in with the natural surroundings, creating unique and immersive experiences for guests.
- Circular Floor Plans
- Circular floor plans can provide balance and harmony to the design while also allowing for efficient use of space and a sense of interconnectedness.
- Wellness Tourism
- Wellness-focused destinations and experiences, like the jungle spa, are in high demand as people prioritize physical and emotional wellbeing in their travel plans.
Who This Affects Most
- Hospitality
- The hospitality industry can explore incorporating organic and circular designs in their properties to create more unique and immersive guest experiences, while also promoting wellness and sustainability.
- Architecture
- Architects can specialize in designing jungle spas and other wellness-focused properties, utilizing circular floor plans and other design elements that prioritize the connection to nature and the promotion of wellness.
- Tourism
- The tourism industry can focus on developing wellness-focused destinations that offer unique and immersive experiences, like the jungle spa, to attract travelers who prioritize physical and emotional wellbeing in their travel plans.
