Marbella Oasis | A BIOPHILIC DESIGN & ADAPTIVE REUSE PROJECT

In response to the brief, to recreate the interior of the former Arab Bank in Marbella, my wellness centre focuses on the topic of Contrast Therapy to improve health & other aspects of human physiology.

I was inspired by a podcast by Dr. Andrew Huberman and Dr. Susanna Soberg on deliberate cold and heat exposure. It is a recovery strategy with the use of different temperatures which increases energy levels and focus.

I want to craft an atmosphere where the users will experience invigorating and refreshing spaces, fostering maximum rehabilitation, recovery, and relaxation.

To achieve this, I used the Biophilic principle of Awe and Thermal and Airflow Variability, incorporated elements that encourage active exploration through the space fully engaged and creating wonder.