A cruise ship is essentially a floating hotel but this futuristic concept by Remi Studio is better than a hotel and boat combined. ‘The Arc Hotel’ serves as a seaside accommodator that floats away when the water level rises. It is aptly designed after a sea shell but of course, it’s enclosed and completely waterproof.
The structure is perfect for times of natural disaster. Though it is not intended to self-navigate through the water, it can safely drift or be towed by other boats. It can also accommodate weighted impact in order to withstand earthquakes and hurricanes.
Many of beachside hotels have been destroyed by natural disasters in the past; if this hotel concept was a reality, they could have survived.
Sea Shell Hotels
The Ark Hotel is a Floating Hotel Concept that Resembles a Shell
Trend Themes
1. Floating Hotels - The growing trend of floating hotels can be explored by businesses in the hospitality and marine industries.
2. Resilient Structures - The need for resilient structures that can withstand natural disasters presents disruptive innovation opportunities for businesses in the architecture and engineering industries.
3. Waterproof Design - The trend of waterproof and flood-resistant design can be applied in various industries such as construction and transportation.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can explore opportunities for creating floating hotels and resorts.
2. Marine - The marine industry can explore opportunities for creating modular and resilient structures for offshore and coastal development.
3. Construction - The construction industry can explore opportunities for creating flood-resistant structures and housing.