Photo by Florent Michel: Courtesy, Design Boom
One part minimalist architecture study and one part wilderness hotel retreat, the 48° Nord hotel in northeastern France by Reiulf Ramstad Arkitecter is a minimally invasive installation of 14 geometric volumes clad in locally sourced chestnut wood. The Norwegian design team was inspired by the traditional Scandinavian hytte, a place where people can escape day-to-day life to reconnect with nature.
Photo by Florent Michel: Courtesy, Design Boom
The 14 cottages that make up this unique destination are all constructed on stilts in an effort to create a minimal impact on their host site. They are grouped into distinct categories based on their use-cases, including the “grass” model, which is a universally accessible single-story design. The “tree” and “ivy” models are tall and more reminiscent of towers, offering panoramic views of the surrounding environment. And finally, the “fjell” which creates protected outdoor spaces for larger family-sized groups.
Photo by Florent Michel: Courtesy, Design Boom
Photo by Florent Michel: Courtesy, Design Boom
Photos by Florent Michel: Courtesy, Design Boom
The Hotel 48° Nord hotel can be found on the French border near Germany and Switzerland, where it is part of the Breitenbach village, a community dedicated to eco-responsibility.
Learn more and book your stay at Hotel 48° Nord here.
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