07/05/2025
As an abstraction of the surrounding Appalachian Mountain range rock in the landscape, the concrete volume of the spa emerges from the earth, creating a plinth to support a new thermal bath and expanded spa terrace. The new thermal bath visually connects the infinite edge of the spa to Lac Gale below, creating a perceived visual reference to each plane of water. As a unifying element and extension of the existing terrace, the bath realigns the view, and becomes a part of the tiered landscape, gradually building up the slope to the existing spa building.
The concrete plinth contains a relaxation room hidden underground, beneath the thermal bath. This relaxation room is clad with a curvilinear wood volume, with benches incorporated into the wrapping form. The room includes sun therapy lights and a sand-filled seating space ahead of the wood bench, providing a beach-like experience for users, and views towards the lake through a large glazed opening.
