Heaven on Earth

noa* network of architecture realised the reconstruction and interior design of the Hotel Seehof located on a high plateau near the village of Naz-Sciaves near Bressanone, Italy by the small natural lake “Flötscher Weiher”.

The location in the middle of the mountains gives the hotel an alpine character with a Mediterranean flair. The main building is reminiscent of a stately residence in the countryside; Deep loggias, as open spaces, visually enlarge the suites and thus intensify the special connection with nature. The new rough, earth-colored plaster combined with the new clear, horizontal wooden structure gives the hotel a noble appearance. This family-run hotel underwent major renovation and extensions, with an entire restyling. 16 new suites, the new pool and wellness area, directly on the lake correspond with the new design and management concept: to place nature and the recreational value as the point of focus. All this wonderful landscape can be admired directly from the rooms.

The new interior design deals with the history of the place and incorporates it into the design. In 1958, Jakob Auer, grandfather of the landowner, founded the so-called soil improvement consortium on the Naz-Sciaves apple tree plateau, in order for the traditional cultivation of apple trees to be intensified. Special attention and incorporation of natural materials from the surrounding environment, was a focus point in the interior design. Wood, linen, stone, braided furniture and accessories in combination with bright, discreet colors correspond to the natural concept of the new Seehof. With this approach, set between apple orchards, grapevines and chestnut trees, the restaurant is made in light and soft tones. Its cuisine delights the guests the authentic and typical dishes which is reflected in the ingredients, wine cellar and culture. Here a perfect balance is struck between the hearty flavours of the region and the simplicity and lightness of Mediterranean cuisine. A delicious liason of taste and culture.

The new spa area with pool and sauna area connects structurally with the surrounding landscape and impressively opens up with its irregular potholes and pergolas through large panorama windows towards the lake.
Directed views from the interior into the surrounding grounds, as well as inside open areas, socalled patios, concisely convey the feeling of being in a large park. Besides, the combination of the architecture with the surroundings is most impressive here: the oblique, green roofs of the spa can be used for sunbathing, while this green area seamlessly transitions into the surrounding forests and fruit orchards. The location of the heated outdoor pool affects the user as well as the extension of the bathing pond. The water level of the lake is on the same level, so that the infinity channel connects visually with the lake to an infinite water surface.

In the fifty rooms divided into eight types, the widely used water pipes used at the time become an inspiration for the interior design. Copper pipes are consciously accentuated as a design element: the lamps, small tables, bathroom fittings and wardrobe hooks.

Natural elements combined in harmony: wood creates intimate warmth while stone gives intensity to the environment, both linked by the abundant use of copper, especially in lighting.

Address: Flötscher 2 39040 - Naz-Sciaves, Italy