Latvian wellness
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Project • By Open Architecture Design • Wellness Centres
Wool Sauna at Ziedlejas
The Wool Sauna building is the only sauna of its kind in Latvia and the latest addition to the Ziedlejas wellness resort. The stilted building sits on a hilltop at a distance from the resort's other saunas and overnight cabins but forms an intrinsic part of the experience. Guests access the Wool Sauna via a winding wooden walkway, which is more than a means to get from A to B. The snaking path encourages introspection and helps to mentally prepare for the ritual.
Alvis Rozenbergs
A black timber frame conceals a yurt-like structure, which is the actual sauna room and was bought as a ready-made facility. Open AD's task was to “dress” it and tie it in with the Ziedlejas story.
Alvis Rozenbergs
The walkway leads in... More
News • News • 9 Mar 2021
Latvian wellness resort keeps tradition alive with a contemporary architectural concept
Situated in the richly forested Gauja National Park in Latvia, the Ziedlejas Latvian nature spa and wellness resort by Open AD is informed by local customs, services and materials, while incorporating modern standards to appeal to a wider audience.
Alvis Rozenbergs
The wellness resort includes three new corten steel and glass cabins alongside two renovated sauna buildings. Further plans include a third sauna along with additional cabins and an events space.
Alvis Rozenbergs
The two current sauna buildings remain honest to the tradition of Latvian sauna and the cleansing of the body, mind and soul. The traditional saunas however have been enhanced by the architects in terms of aesthetics and functionality. The Glass Sauna, for ex... More