Glam Pods Offer Luxury Plus a Socially Distant Vacation
The U.S. glamping industry is projected to reach a revenue of $1 billion by 2024, and WATG has responded by conceptualizing an experience for guests to explore the joys of nature while fully immersing themselves in the comfort of a luxurious yet sustainable glamping pod.
Envisioned for ultra remote locations, Glam Pods are a solution for overnight guest experiences ranging from a residential property’s backyard guest house to an off-the-grid lifestyle. Inspired by the spiraling coil of a shell, these 40-foot pods offer 300 square feet of total floor area, allowing a living space large enough to accommodate a king-size bed, lounge area and private bathroom.
“We’re seeing a growing trend in travelers favoring remote destinations, with the goal of unplugging, mentally recharging and connecting with nature,” said Zaher Arbash, Architectural Designer at WATG Los Angeles. “Glam Pods fuse the outdoor experience with an environment of comfort and style, so travelers no longer need to sacrifice a camping experience over a luxury stay. They can, in fact, have both,” Arbash continued.
“We wanted to create a concept that could feasibly withstand any environment, while maintaining a level of luxury where guests can feel like they have a home away from home,” said Troy Sayakumane, Senior Interior Designer at Wimberly Interiors Los Angeles.
The pod’s interior design includes amenities like device charging stations and built-in solar powered lighting with an eco-friendly smart-home feature. An on-site restroom and walk-in closet are discreetly located in the back of each pod. Potential add-ons include wall hooks and a collapsible desk for guests working remotely.
Glam Pods are envisioned to be used either individually or collectively and when no longer needed, the pod’s spine material can be melted down and reused to potentially print more pods or other 3D printed projects. This design concept was developed by Troy Sayakumane and Zaher Arbash out of WATG and Wimberly Interiors’ Los Angeles office.
About WATG
Founded in 1945 and celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2020, WATG is one of the world’s leading design firms specializing in hospitality, entertainment + gaming, urban + mixed-use and high-end residential design. WATG’s interior design firm, Wimberly Interiors, launched in 2008, and is consistently ranked in the Top 20 by Interior Design Magazine in its Hospitality Giants survey.
Since George “Pete” Wimberly founded the firm in Honolulu in 1945, WATG has grown to offer integrated design services including Strategy, Master Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Interiors for urban, tourism and resort destinations. WATG and Wimberly Interiors have offices in Honolulu, Irvine (California), Los Angeles, New York, London, Dubai, Singapore and Shanghai and are best known for creating internationally acclaimed destinations in more than 170 countries across six continents. WATG’s projects are renowned not only for their timeless design and sense of place but also for their bottom-line success. www.watg.com.
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