Architecture studio Estudio Herreros completes the Trosten floating sauna which is located along the Munch museum right in Oslo. It is along the fjord by the museum, which coincidentally was also designed by the same studio. It is the latest to join the range of floating saunas that have been commissioned by the Oslo SAuna Association with the goal of bringing "sauna to the people."
The studio explains the building process, stating "The construction combines sustainable design through an ambitious energy system that ensures consistent heat at all levels; conscious use of natural and recycled materials; and social inclusion, being the first universally accessible sauna with a steam recirculation system that facilitates heat for convenient use, also when seated in a wheelchair."
Image Credit: Einar Aslaksen
What's Driving This Trend
- Sustainable Floating Saunas
- The use of floating saunas represents a novel integration of sustainable design with wellness infrastructure.
- Inclusive Wellness Spaces
- Designing universally accessible saunas with advanced heat recirculation systems exemplifies innovation in promoting inclusivity within wellness facilities.
- Natural and Recycled Construction
- Implementing natural and recycled materials in construction signals a shift towards environmentally friendly architectural practices.
Who This Affects Most
- Wellness Industry
- The wellness industry is expanding to include more diverse and inclusive recreational facilities like accessible floating saunas.
- Sustainable Architecture
- In the realm of sustainable architecture, projects like the Trosten floating sauna highlight the adoption of eco-friendly materials and energy systems.
- Urban Recreation
- Urban recreation is seeing a transformation with the introduction of floating saunas that provide unique health and social experiences along city waterfronts.
