Tanzanian Hotel - WOW Architects

'The hotel is comprised of two buildings and its overall design was inspired by geological processes that shape rock formations in nature. It is no surprise that we are fans of the greenery that spills out of the buildings’ windows, but we also found the concept development of this project quite interesting. The architects were inspired by nature’s way of creating hills or mounds, and how these hills are eventually inhabited by living things.

The orientation of the buildings was planned so that sunlight enters the interior courtyard in the center, providing a warm and inviting space for hotel guests to mingle. This layout also gives residents access to views of city, sea and harbor. The interior of the hotel is less accounted for, but we love the project’s use of living green walls. An interior view shows a flight of stairs sheltered only by glass panels will certainly make guests feel as though they are walking up into the light.'

via: www.inhabitat.com