A paragon of sustainable luxury in Valseriana
Nestled amidst the natural beauty of the Bergamasque Alps and Lake Iseo, the Collina Luxury Relais is the only 5-star hotel in Valseriana. Perched on a panoramic hilltop, in one of the most privileged areas of the Clusone plateau, just a few kilometres from Bergamo and the ski resorts of Colere and Monte Pora, it is the ideal place to regenerate body and mind. The project, resulting from a renovation of the existing volumes, designed to blend in seamlessly with the surrounding environment, while at the same time meeting the needs of a modern accommodation facility with some new extensions, aims to strike the perfect balance between tradition, innovation and contemporary design.
Upon arriving at the hilltop, guests can park their cars in the new car park, equipped with photovoltaic canopies and electric vehicle charging stations, and then be welcomed by the hotel staff in a completely underground space and cross a tunnel lined with flowers and climbing plants. From this point, guests reach the first body of the facility, developed horizontally to provide architectural continuity to the wonderful indoor and outdoor pool, surrounded by an immaculate lawn with a solarium and panoramic views. In the basement, the spa, connected to and also accessible from the outdoor spaces, is equipped with saunas, steam room, sensory showers, and relaxation rooms. A bar and restaurant with sun-drenched terraces overlooking the splendid Val Seriana complete the first architectural body, the beating heart of this splendid retreat.
A genuine paradise immersed in a forest, a perfect synthesis of luxury, sustainability, and high technology, in full respect of the environment. Natural and locally sourced materials create a seamless connection to the surrounding landscape: from reclaimed wood to Ceppo di Grè or lake stone, as well as glass, to create large glazed façades, to blur the lines between indoors and out. Every system in this facility is designed to be highly energy efficient, making it as self-sufficient as possible. Geothermal cogeneration harnesses the Earth's natural heat to produce electricity.
And it is precisely within this eco-conscious environment that Vimar’s Linea wiring series fits in. Designed with a sustainable approach, by replacing conventional fossil-fuel based plastics with plastics from recycled and renewable sources, thanks to optimised production processes and the use of FSC certified eco-sustainable packaging, a more than 80% reduction of CO2 equivalent emissions produced can be recorded, saving more than 500 tonnes of CO2 each year. Installed in the total look black version, with axial and home automation system controls, connected to the KNX hotel management system for automated control of curtains, roller shutters and lights, Linea fits in with its clean-cut and unmistakable design, adding another touch of sustainability to the environment. Absolute flatness, focused on total alignment between the connector block and the cover plate, with a sleek and light-weight profile that discretely protrudes in any area of the hotel: on the wooden walls of the guest rooms, in the bathrooms, and in all the communal spaces. The cover plates and controls have been customised to elevate the identity of the project: at the “Collina Relais”, the series has been engraved with the facility logo and the buttons have been customised thanks to an extensive library.
Designed for the comfort of those who want to experience an immersive stay in the surrounding forest, the 12 rooms and suites, furnished in contemporary Alpine Style, are characterised by natural colour combinations and an extraordinary attention to detail, through the use of antique woods, glass, natural fabrics, stone, and marble. Guests can choose between 5 romantic independent wooden chalets, with Jacuzzi and private garden, or among the 7 suites located in the villa, which preserves its original volumetric and structural space, and is located in front of the main wing, dedicated to services.
A truly unique experience of sustainable luxury, powered by Vimar's positive energy. Guests staying at the “Collina Relais” can experience the harmony of nature and nurture, thus improving their physical and mental well-being.
Credits
Published on