Floating on the floor. Eco-tourist lodge by Diego Cambefort + Diana Bernal

Description of the project by Diego Cambefort + Diana Bernal

The project is located in the Darien province within a private nature reserve, created by the clients specially for the sighting of birds, the realization of this project and the conservation of the environment surrounding the camp.

The project consists of a tourist eco-lodge destined to the market of bird sighting

The main characteristics required for the project were to minimize the impact on the site as much as possible and the use of ecological design methodologies.

The eco-lodge will have a service area dedicated to the facilities of the workers and guides of the lodge, as well as to the service facilities of the lodge (small laundry, deposits, among others).

The guest areas are composed of 8 cabins installed on wooden decks suspended on the ground, each one have its Bbathroom by deck / cabin.

The project also has a central area to support the guests and operation of the lodge. The area is divided into two parts separated from each other by the entrance or lobby of the project. One part is destined to the kitchen, dining room, administrative office with reception and a small bathroom, while the other one is destined to host the library and a rest and reading area for guests.

The project has outdoor recreation areas as well as birdwatching trails.