World’s first energy positive hotel will be built above the Arctic Circle
Not only exotic warm islands attract tourists. There are also those who like the Arctic, with its glaciers and northern lights. But a man spoiled by civilization, needs comfortable accommodation everywhere. Norwegian architectural bureau Snøhetta knows what to do with it.
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Specialists of Snøhetta have developed an energy positive and low-impact hotel named Svart, located above the Arctic Circle. Circular in shape, it will be located directly in water. Every suit would offer a spectacular panoramic view of the fjord and an experience of living in proximity with nature.
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The design of the windows are will let as much light into the room as possible. Solar panels on the roof will produce energy. In addition, the hotel will be heated by warm thermal waters.
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The hotel has common features with the traditional Norwegian fishing lodges and wooden structures for drying fish. At the same time, the use of energy ineffective materials, such as concrete and structural steel, is planned to be reduced to minimum. Compared to an equivalent hotel built in accordance with modern building standards in Norway, the new hotel reduces yearly energy consumption by approximately 85%.
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“Building in such a precious environment comes with some clear obligations in terms of preserving the natural beauty and the fauna and flora of the site. It was important for us to design a sustainable building that will leave a minimal environmental footprint on this beautiful Northern nature. Building an energy positive and low-impact hotel is an essential factor to create a sustainable tourist destination respecting the unique features of the plot; the rare plant species, the clean waters and the blue ice of the Svartisen glacier,” says Founding Partner at Snøhetta, Kjetil Trædal Thorsen.
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So we’re looking forward for project to be implemented. Let’s hope that after a while one can comfortably enjoy the northern lights and the beauty of Norwegian nature in one the best hotels ever!
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