Architect Michael Jantzen is known for his eco-friendly designs and his latest is not only sustainable, but also very aesthetically pleasing. The North Slope Ski Hotel is powered by both solar and wind energy that is generated by its vertical axis on top of the building.
While the North Slope Ski Hotel is eco-friendly, it is still full of luxury. The 95-room hotel is shaped as an actual ski slope, with smooth curves and an all white exterior.
Check out the North Slope Ski Hotel in the gallery above!
Sustainable Ski Resorts
The North Slope Ski Hotel is Solar and Wind Powered
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Ski Resorts - The trend of integrating renewable energy technologies in ski resorts presents an opportunity for eco-friendly and luxurious accommodations.
2. Eco-friendly Architecture - The trend of utilizing renewable energy sources and sustainable materials in architecture can lead to energy-efficient and aesthetically-pleasing designs.
3. Vertical Axis Wind Turbines - The trend of integrating vertical axis wind turbines in building designs presents an opportunity for generating renewable energy from buildings themselves.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can adopt sustainable designs and integrate renewable energy technologies to create eco-friendly yet luxurious accommodations.
2. Architecture - The architecture industry can utilize sustainable materials and integrate renewable energy technologies to create energy-efficient and aesthetically-pleasing designs.
3. Renewable Energy - The renewable energy industry can explore the vertical axis wind turbines trend and collaborate with architects and builders to integrate them in building designs.