These establishments are not just hotels, but rather places where guests can feel good and relax. The owners of these 5 hotels have taken advantage of their location or architecture to create as pleasant an environment as possible for their guests. Indeed, the concept of biophilic design is so innovative that it took a long time for the hotels to get into the swing of things. Shall we take you on a world tour?
Royal Collection Pickering Park, Singapore, with a luxurious setting and nature-inspired scenery
A luxury hotel with a decor that is perfectly integrated with the natural area that surrounds it. The theme of the Royal Collection Pickering Park in Singapore is biophilic design. This consists of creating spaces where nature is present to promote the well-being of guests. How does it work? By using natural materials and warm colours to give the impression of breathing in the scents of the tropical forest! The result? An exceptional setting that will make you travel far, far away, even in urban areas…
Guldsmeden Manon Les Suites, in the heart of Copenhagen
Hotel Guldsmeden – Manon Les Suites is located in the heart of the city, in a very busy area. The atmosphere is very pleasant, calm, and relaxing. The decoration is typically Balinese. The hotel was designed by a Danish architect who had previously worked in Bali resorts. He wanted to reproduce this atmosphere by creating this type of building in biophilic design on European land. You will discover pastel-coloured facades, plants and a beautiful swimming pool that will soothe you after a day of sightseeing.
Capella Lodge, a lush cocoon in the Pacific
Capella Lodge is the luxury retreat on Lord Howe Island, Australia. It is a biophilic hotel, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the lush rainforest of this private island. Capella Lodge was designed by Australian interior designer Stephen Harrison to support its guests’ needs for sustainability and simplicity. The island is renowned for its stunning scenery and unique wildlife. The main attraction of this hotel is its surroundings, but the hotel’s suites and public areas are also designed to recreate nature in brown and green tones.
1 hotels, when biophilic design is at the heart of a hotel network
When biophilic design is at the heart of a hotel chain or an individual establishment, it recreates an environment that supports the well-being of guests. The luxury chain 1 hotels has chosen to build on this trend to create hotels that meet the expectations of its most sophisticated guests.
A soothing interlude at the 1 Hotel, Toronto
The 1 Hotel Toronto is a contemporary and eco-friendly facility, where nature is present throughout. The rooms have been designed in a traditional Japanese style and offer a unique experience for guests. The walls are covered with wood, the ceilings are made of bamboo and the beds are made of natural fabric. There is also an indoor garden that uses nature to create a peaceful and harmonious place.
Luxury and hanging garden at The 1 Hotel in Los Angeles
The 1 Hotel West Hollywood is a prime example of a biophilic design hotel. The hotel was designed by American interior designers Brenda Mustin and Michael Mustin, who created a warm and relaxing atmosphere throughout the building. Guests have access to the various areas of the building via glass corridors, from which they can view the plants and flowers in the hanging garden that occupies much of the lobby. Breakfast is served in the dining room, which overlooks a flower-filled inner garden with a swimming pool.
Discover more locations to be inspired from here such as The Floral Wonderland Of Ashikaga Park or The Marqueyssac Gardens.