RIFUGIO NATURALE: Exploring Lignano's beauty
Golden mention
Lignano Pinewood competition (2024)
Alan de Mello │ Cássia Fillus│ Gabriela Zaruvne │ Mateus Tedeschi
paths
Imagine yourself immersed in the lushness of nature, walking among the treetops, with the gentle sway of the leaves and the singing of birds as your soundtrack. This is the experience that the Suspended Paths built within the Lignano forest aim to provide: a sensory journey through the forest, respecting every living element that composes it.
These paths are more than mere structures; they are manifestations of respect and preservation. Built meticulously with wood sourced from sustainable forestry and elevated from the ground, they blend harmoniously with the environment, minimizing any negative impact on the fauna and flora, allowing animals to freely transit underneath them and preserving the vegetation intact. Every step taken is carefully planned to preserve the surrounding ecosystem.
main avenue and commercial center
On the axis leading to the sea, there is a requalified main avenue that prioritizes and improves the movement of pedestrians and cyclists. Using resting points along the way, comfort is promoted, encouraging pedestrian use. Urban furniture was designed to integrate with the environment, inspired by the forms found in the forest.
In the commercial center, the opening of a passage aims to enhance the connection between the main avenue and the path leading to the park and beach, respecting the existing structure. The choice of materials such as wood, which complements the relationship with the natural environment, and the redesign of the pavement to make the paths more intuitive, reflect the concern to preserve the identity of the location.
hotel and apartments
Throughout the various branches of the project, visitors encounter a hotel and residential complex situated in an area that values integration with nature. Its structure, composed of modular engineered wood on a solid base of stonework and concrete, demonstrates a commitment to environmental harmony. Each material was chosen considering its resistance to the marine environment and its ability to age gracefully, adding a layer of authenticity and integrity to the project.
The architecture harmoniously adapts to the pre-existing characteristics of the surroundings, especially the position of the trees, incorporating them into the layout. Modular and adaptable rooms offer flexibility, while spacious corridors connect the internal spaces. Elements such as mezzanines, uncovered courtyards, internal gardens, and atriums permeate the space, bringing nature closer to the guests.
The building, horizontal and with few floors, expresses respect for the surrounding landscape. Instead of competing with the horizon, the project delicately merges with it, creating a smooth transition between the built environment and the untouched beauty.
the team
Gabriela, Mateus, Alan e Cássia
