Oculis Lodge offers a new way to enjoy nature while embracing the luxuries of a high-end hotel experience. Rather than dealing with the hustle and bustle of hotel lobbies and check in process, Oculis offers individual igloo-shaped pods that are more like a private AirBnB rental.
Each 700-square-feet dome is set up for either two or four guests. The standout feature is the massive, 15-feet oculus that provides direct views into the sky. Inside the unit, guests can enjoy their own kitchen, sitting area, bathroom and bedding. The interior design is natural and inviting with minimalist lines.
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Furthermore, the dome architecture requires less materials to build and results in an energy-efficient structure that requires 50% less energy to heat than traditional builds. Plus, the skylight provides copious natural light during the daytime. At night, guests can use the provided telescope to take in the starry sky.
Oculis Lodge is located in the Cascade Mountains in northern Washington state. Already a vacation destination due to its orientation near Mt. Baker, the dome village provides a mountain escape vacation with a modern and pampering appeal. It’s surrounded by seven acres of untouched land, which is a stark difference from developed parking and other aspects of a hotel.
Visitors can enjoy a private sauna and hot tub, as well as a heated outdoor space to do yoga or simply hang out. A little further from the comfort of the dome lies trails for any number of outdoor activities.
The domes offer green design with eco-friendly construction methods. There is low material waste and minimal site impact. They rely on recycled concrete and reclaimed wood in the design. Additionally, Oculis Lodge is located two hours from Vancouver, B.C. and two and half hours from Seattle.
This is not the first development by founder and designer Youri Benoiston, who previously launched a similar village in Costa Rica, called Igloo Beach Lodge. Oculis Lodge is not taking reservations yet, but the crowdfunding goal was wildly popular and abundantly funded so watch for arrival soon.
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