Nestled in the Napa Valley, Bardessono is the latest creation from eco-developer Phil Sherburne and architect Ron Mitchell.
Opened in February 2009, the luxurious eco-resort claiming to be the greenest luxury hotel in America features rammed earth walls, water treatment systems, and solar and geothermal energy systems. The buildings also include recycled cypress wood for the windows, doors, and floors.
Implications - Instead of proving to be more expensive, eco-friendly technology allows companies like this to dramatically cut down on the amount of money they need to spend on energy and water supplies. As this technology grows increasingly more advanced and cost-effective, more and more businesses (in the hospitality industry or otherwise) will continue to embrace these earth conscious and cost-saving methods.
What's Driving This Trend
- Green Luxury Hotels
- Eco-friendly hotels are gaining popularity, and hotels can adopt eco-friendly technology to reduce costs and promote sustainability.
- Renewable Energy Hotels
- Hotels can benefit from solar and geothermal energy systems to reduce energy costs and carbon emissions.
- Sustainable Design Hotels
- Sustainable design hotels can reduce environmental impact while providing luxury experiences to guests.
Who This Affects Most
- Hospitality
- The hospitality industry can benefit from adopting eco-friendly and sustainable methods to appeal to environmentally conscious customers.
- Renewable Energy
- Renewable energy technology and service providers can partner with and provide solutions for hotels looking to reduce their carbon footprint.
- Green Design and Construction
- Sustainable design and construction companies can partner with hotels to create eco-friendly and luxurious properties.
