Highlights
The Retreat at Blue Lagoon - Walkways Through Iceland’s Volcanic Landscape
Challenge
Building a hotel and spa within a lava field meant adapting guest routes to the volcanic formations. The timber for the outdoor walkways had to suit Iceland’s climate and the conditions around the geothermal pools.
Solution
Basalt Architects incorporated volcanic rock into the lagoon’s edges and the spa walls. AVIDES supplied certified, responsibly sourced Brazilian jatobá and provided technical guidance on the timber for the walkways. In the completed 2018 project, the curved walkways connect the pools and let guests experience the landscape at water level.
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