This ancient and illustrious wine country is the place where the old world charms of Spanish wineries now blend flawlessly with ultramodern architecture, and Viura is a perfect example of this. Although it is set in the middle of the traditional village, next to the 17th century church, Viura’s architecture, is a true departure from traditional form: a series of concrete cubes, one on top of the other, that seem to rise out of the ground. The architecture successfully links the interior to the exterior landscape; floor to ceiling windows throughout and private terraces ensure that there is always a view of the village, the Sierra de Cantabria or the church. Clever use of partitions, glass and sophisticated lighting add to the ambiance and fun. Materials and techniques have been brilliantly used together to create avant-garde work of art, strikingly different to its environment but nonetheless blending in to its surroundings.
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The Diva Lounge is conceived as a sensual escape from the stress of urban life. The walls and ceiling are a cloudlike display of light and form, created using energy efficient LED lighting. Features include custom lounge seating, where patrons literally rub shoulders, and eclectic log bar and bathroom pods that act as mysterious sculptural elements. The space flirts with its users and in doing so amplifies the essence of a lounge experience.
AtelierUtopia sent over this great prototype of their Stick Lamp. It comes in 2 sizes and either black or white. Custom colors are available on request.
