Nokken Hotel Cabins
Nokken Hotel Cabins are eco-conscious modular structures designed for on and off-grid living, hospitality, and outdoor retreats. The hospitality concept was designed by British designers Nathan Aylott and James Van Tromp, taking their extensive experience of design for the mainstream hotel sector and transferred it to a volumetric piece of architecture suitable for the retreat market.[1][2][3]
History
[edit]Nokken was founded in 2022 by James Van Tromp and Nathan Aylott and is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.[4][5]
Design and Features
[edit]The Nokken Hotel Cabins are primarily constructed from timber and eco-focussed materials in order to create a product of low environmental impact. The exterior is finished with European Larch, which is durable and naturally weather resistant and Dekton, which is a carbon neutral ultracompact porcelain surface.[6][7]
Each cabin is designed modularly, allowing for connectivity to adjoining units and offering unlimited adaptable layouts. Large windows are integrated to connect residents with the natural surroundings, while the interiors focus on open and spacious designs and follow a minimalist Scandinavian aesthetic. The cabins can be assembled individually or in groups, making them comfortable for personal use, eco-tourism, or hospitality projects.[8][9]
Sustainability
[edit]Nokken Hotel Cabins focusses the use of eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient designs that optimize natural light and reduce energy consumption. The cabins are transported in a fully modular single piece, allowing for a reduced supply chain and simplified logistics.[10][11]This enables faster construction times in a controlled environment and reduced transportation impact. The structures can be easily integrated into a natural surrounding with minimal ground works, minimizing ecological disruption and support biodiversity. It also incorporates off-grid technologies, such as solar panels, along with sustainable water management practices like rainwater harvesting and greywater recycling.[12][6]
Reception
[edit]Nokken Hotel Cabins have been recognized for its contribution to sustainable architecture and eco-friendly living. The minimalist design and adaptability have attracted interest in the hospitality industry, especially from businesses and individuals aiming to create sustainable, nature-oriented experiences.[13][14]
References
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- ^ Chang, Brittany (2023-04-14). "A European startup's $79,500 modular tiny cabins can now be ordered to the US — but you can only buy to use as a hotel". Business Insider Africa. Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ Toronto, University of; School, Harvard University Extension. "Nokken Isn't a Tiny House, It's a Business in a Box". Treehugger. Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ designboom, christina petridou I. (2022-09-05). "aylott + van tromp's modular cabin adapts to any hospitality requirements". designboom | architecture & design magazine. Retrieved 2024-10-12.
- ^ Losub, Ancuta. "The Nokken Cabin Is a Scandinavian-Inspired Retreat for Hospitality Operations". autoevolution.com. Retrieved 12 October 2024.