The project deals with the theme of glamping (a neologism born
from the fusion of the terms glamo... more The project deals with the theme of glamping (a neologism born from the fusion of the terms glamour and camping), a phenomenon that has become established in the last decade in the camping category of tourist accommodation, but provides more luxurious accommodation and facilities than those associated with traditional camping, and proposes an experience of immersion in nature, with a model of accommodation set in highly prestigious natural contexts and using unconventional, nature-based concepts. The glamping project focuses on sustainable hospitality, through a speculative design approach, which stimulates reflection on what the future might bring in terms of changing the relationship between man and nature, making an original contribution to the debate on sustainable development. This original approach, developed by designers Dunne & Raby, requires the design concept to be set in the context of an “imagined future” on the basis of a series of social, technological and economic trends, and the designer asks new “what-if” questions, which in this case refer to the themes of sustainability in interior design for glamping hospitality. Speculative design therefore questions the usual design practices and focuses on the need to imagine the future experience of the user/customer involved in new ways of using and behaving. This approach does not so much involve an in-depth study of materials and construction techniques in terms of sustainability, a method which is now consolidated in current design practice, as it does a deeper reflection on how to communicate a message of awareness of the issues of biophilia in the relationship between man and nature and thus bring added value to the current debate. In the glamping proposal, a prototype of a temporary living cell is developed, which constitutes a basic module that can be replicated and flexibly placed within the accommodation structure. The inspiring elements for the composition of the spaces are primarily the ways of using the glamping and the gestures of the users in carrying out the functions and using the services of the hospitality structure. The analysis of flows and paths is inspired by an approach historically consolidated in the East, where the spaces of the house are designed taking into account the presence of static or dynamic activity, the intensity of use more or less high, in order to create differentiated spaces: spaces for common activities or spaces where a dimension of intimacy prevails. The planimetric scheme for organising the interior spaces is based on a geometric mesh which divides a rectangular plan into three bands: the communal living environment, the space-nature environment in the centre, and the private living environment. In the design of the prototype there is a dialogue and interpenetration between interior and exterior: large windows allow privileged views of the most valuable components of the natural landscape outside. Nature enters inside, both visually and physically in the green space located in the centre of the cell. At the same time, the interior space is also protected by a system of external “sails”, creating an intermediate space between the interior and exterior, facing the areas dedicated to refreshment, relaxation and rest. The indoor and outdoor spaces are connected and relate to each other in a synergic way, expanding in size according to guests’ needs, making it possible to immediately immerse oneself in nature both outside and inside, where there is a central green nucleus. The central space is, in fact, a small green nucleus which can be opened up and is accessible from all the interior spaces; it is the fulcrum of the composition of the entire cell, inspired by the energy centre (Tao 道) in the eastern tradition of feng shui. A miniature forest where it is possible to regenerate and experience new forms of relaxation, suspension and immersion in greenery at any time of day. The aim is to encourage immersion in a dimension closer to nature, for example through the symbolic forms that recall the water cycle, and lead the user to unconsciously and pleasantly reflect on the natural origin of a precious and limited resource. Not only the composition of the spaces, but also the choice of the furniture components is inspired by the speculative approach: the shapes, colours, the arrangement of the components of the interior design, as well as the organisation and composition of the spaces, communicate and encourage sustainable ways of use. The communication conveys positive messages, lightly, highlighting the advantages and avoiding emphasising the sacrifices needed to adopt virtuous behaviour.
The project deals with the theme of glamping (a neologism born
from the fusion of the terms glamo... more The project deals with the theme of glamping (a neologism born from the fusion of the terms glamour and camping), a phenomenon that has become established in the last decade in the camping category of tourist accommodation, but provides more luxurious accommodation and facilities than those associated with traditional camping, and proposes an experience of immersion in nature, with a model of accommodation set in highly prestigious natural contexts and using unconventional, nature-based concepts. The glamping project focuses on sustainable hospitality, through a speculative design approach, which stimulates reflection on what the future might bring in terms of changing the relationship between man and nature, making an original contribution to the debate on sustainable development. This original approach, developed by designers Dunne & Raby, requires the design concept to be set in the context of an “imagined future” on the basis of a series of social, technological and economic trends, and the designer asks new “what-if” questions, which in this case refer to the themes of sustainability in interior design for glamping hospitality. Speculative design therefore questions the usual design practices and focuses on the need to imagine the future experience of the user/customer involved in new ways of using and behaving. This approach does not so much involve an in-depth study of materials and construction techniques in terms of sustainability, a method which is now consolidated in current design practice, as it does a deeper reflection on how to communicate a message of awareness of the issues of biophilia in the relationship between man and nature and thus bring added value to the current debate. In the glamping proposal, a prototype of a temporary living cell is developed, which constitutes a basic module that can be replicated and flexibly placed within the accommodation structure. The inspiring elements for the composition of the spaces are primarily the ways of using the glamping and the gestures of the users in carrying out the functions and using the services of the hospitality structure. The analysis of flows and paths is inspired by an approach historically consolidated in the East, where the spaces of the house are designed taking into account the presence of static or dynamic activity, the intensity of use more or less high, in order to create differentiated spaces: spaces for common activities or spaces where a dimension of intimacy prevails. The planimetric scheme for organising the interior spaces is based on a geometric mesh which divides a rectangular plan into three bands: the communal living environment, the space-nature environment in the centre, and the private living environment. In the design of the prototype there is a dialogue and interpenetration between interior and exterior: large windows allow privileged views of the most valuable components of the natural landscape outside. Nature enters inside, both visually and physically in the green space located in the centre of the cell. At the same time, the interior space is also protected by a system of external “sails”, creating an intermediate space between the interior and exterior, facing the areas dedicated to refreshment, relaxation and rest. The indoor and outdoor spaces are connected and relate to each other in a synergic way, expanding in size according to guests’ needs, making it possible to immediately immerse oneself in nature both outside and inside, where there is a central green nucleus. The central space is, in fact, a small green nucleus which can be opened up and is accessible from all the interior spaces; it is the fulcrum of the composition of the entire cell, inspired by the energy centre (Tao 道) in the eastern tradition of feng shui. A miniature forest where it is possible to regenerate and experience new forms of relaxation, suspension and immersion in greenery at any time of day. The aim is to encourage immersion in a dimension closer to nature, for example through the symbolic forms that recall the water cycle, and lead the user to unconsciously and pleasantly reflect on the natural origin of a precious and limited resource. Not only the composition of the spaces, but also the choice of the furniture components is inspired by the speculative approach: the shapes, colours, the arrangement of the components of the interior design, as well as the organisation and composition of the spaces, communicate and encourage sustainable ways of use. The communication conveys positive messages, lightly, highlighting the advantages and avoiding emphasising the sacrifices needed to adopt virtuous behaviour.
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from the fusion of the terms glamour and camping), a phenomenon
that has become established in the last decade in the camping
category of tourist accommodation, but provides more luxurious
accommodation and facilities than those associated with traditional
camping, and proposes an experience of immersion in nature, with
a model of accommodation set in highly prestigious natural contexts
and using unconventional, nature-based concepts.
The glamping project focuses on sustainable hospitality, through a
speculative design approach, which stimulates reflection on what
the future might bring in terms of changing the relationship between
man and nature, making an original contribution to the debate on
sustainable development. This original approach, developed by designers Dunne & Raby,
requires the design concept to be set in the context of an “imagined
future” on the basis of a series of social, technological and economic
trends, and the designer asks new “what-if” questions, which in
this case refer to the themes of sustainability in interior design for
glamping hospitality.
Speculative design therefore questions the usual design practices
and focuses on the need to imagine the future experience of the
user/customer involved in new ways of using and behaving.
This approach does not so much involve an in-depth study of
materials and construction techniques in terms of sustainability, a
method which is now consolidated in current design practice, as
it does a deeper reflection on how to communicate a message of
awareness of the issues of biophilia in the relationship between man
and nature and thus bring added value to the current debate.
In the glamping proposal, a prototype of a temporary living cell is developed, which constitutes a basic module that can be replicated
and flexibly placed within the accommodation structure.
The inspiring elements for the composition of the spaces are
primarily the ways of using the glamping and the gestures of the
users in carrying out the functions and using the services of the
hospitality structure.
The analysis of flows and paths is inspired by an approach historically
consolidated in the East, where the spaces of the house are designed
taking into account the presence of static or dynamic activity, the
intensity of use more or less high, in order to create differentiated
spaces: spaces for common activities or spaces where a dimension
of intimacy prevails.
The planimetric scheme for organising the interior spaces is
based on a geometric mesh which divides a rectangular plan into
three bands: the communal living environment, the space-nature
environment in the centre, and the private living environment.
In the design of the prototype there is a dialogue and interpenetration
between interior and exterior: large windows allow privileged views
of the most valuable components of the natural landscape outside.
Nature enters inside, both visually and physically in the green
space located in the centre of the cell. At the same time, the interior
space is also protected by a system of external “sails”, creating an
intermediate space between the interior and exterior, facing the
areas dedicated to refreshment, relaxation and rest.
The indoor and outdoor spaces are connected and relate to each
other in a synergic way, expanding in size according to guests’
needs, making it possible to immediately immerse oneself in nature
both outside and inside, where there is a central green nucleus.
The central space is, in fact, a small green nucleus which can be
opened up and is accessible from all the interior spaces; it is the
fulcrum of the composition of the entire cell, inspired by the energy
centre (Tao 道) in the eastern tradition of feng shui. A miniature
forest where it is possible to regenerate and experience new forms
of relaxation, suspension and immersion in greenery at any time of
day.
The aim is to encourage immersion in a dimension closer to nature,
for example through the symbolic forms that recall the water cycle,
and lead the user to unconsciously and pleasantly reflect on the
natural origin of a precious and limited resource.
Not only the composition of the spaces, but also the choice of the
furniture components is inspired by the speculative approach: the
shapes, colours, the arrangement of the components of the interior
design, as well as the organisation and composition of the spaces,
communicate and encourage sustainable ways of use.
The communication conveys positive messages, lightly, highlighting
the advantages and avoiding emphasising the sacrifices needed to
adopt virtuous behaviour.
from the fusion of the terms glamour and camping), a phenomenon
that has become established in the last decade in the camping
category of tourist accommodation, but provides more luxurious
accommodation and facilities than those associated with traditional
camping, and proposes an experience of immersion in nature, with
a model of accommodation set in highly prestigious natural contexts
and using unconventional, nature-based concepts.
The glamping project focuses on sustainable hospitality, through a
speculative design approach, which stimulates reflection on what
the future might bring in terms of changing the relationship between
man and nature, making an original contribution to the debate on
sustainable development. This original approach, developed by designers Dunne & Raby,
requires the design concept to be set in the context of an “imagined
future” on the basis of a series of social, technological and economic
trends, and the designer asks new “what-if” questions, which in
this case refer to the themes of sustainability in interior design for
glamping hospitality.
Speculative design therefore questions the usual design practices
and focuses on the need to imagine the future experience of the
user/customer involved in new ways of using and behaving.
This approach does not so much involve an in-depth study of
materials and construction techniques in terms of sustainability, a
method which is now consolidated in current design practice, as
it does a deeper reflection on how to communicate a message of
awareness of the issues of biophilia in the relationship between man
and nature and thus bring added value to the current debate.
In the glamping proposal, a prototype of a temporary living cell is developed, which constitutes a basic module that can be replicated
and flexibly placed within the accommodation structure.
The inspiring elements for the composition of the spaces are
primarily the ways of using the glamping and the gestures of the
users in carrying out the functions and using the services of the
hospitality structure.
The analysis of flows and paths is inspired by an approach historically
consolidated in the East, where the spaces of the house are designed
taking into account the presence of static or dynamic activity, the
intensity of use more or less high, in order to create differentiated
spaces: spaces for common activities or spaces where a dimension
of intimacy prevails.
The planimetric scheme for organising the interior spaces is
based on a geometric mesh which divides a rectangular plan into
three bands: the communal living environment, the space-nature
environment in the centre, and the private living environment.
In the design of the prototype there is a dialogue and interpenetration
between interior and exterior: large windows allow privileged views
of the most valuable components of the natural landscape outside.
Nature enters inside, both visually and physically in the green
space located in the centre of the cell. At the same time, the interior
space is also protected by a system of external “sails”, creating an
intermediate space between the interior and exterior, facing the
areas dedicated to refreshment, relaxation and rest.
The indoor and outdoor spaces are connected and relate to each
other in a synergic way, expanding in size according to guests’
needs, making it possible to immediately immerse oneself in nature
both outside and inside, where there is a central green nucleus.
The central space is, in fact, a small green nucleus which can be
opened up and is accessible from all the interior spaces; it is the
fulcrum of the composition of the entire cell, inspired by the energy
centre (Tao 道) in the eastern tradition of feng shui. A miniature
forest where it is possible to regenerate and experience new forms
of relaxation, suspension and immersion in greenery at any time of
day.
The aim is to encourage immersion in a dimension closer to nature,
for example through the symbolic forms that recall the water cycle,
and lead the user to unconsciously and pleasantly reflect on the
natural origin of a precious and limited resource.
Not only the composition of the spaces, but also the choice of the
furniture components is inspired by the speculative approach: the
shapes, colours, the arrangement of the components of the interior
design, as well as the organisation and composition of the spaces,
communicate and encourage sustainable ways of use.
The communication conveys positive messages, lightly, highlighting
the advantages and avoiding emphasising the sacrifices needed to
adopt virtuous behaviour.