Eco Factor: World’s first semi-submerged hotel resort is a stunning eco-destination.
If extravagance is your motto, then you’re gonna love the “Amphibious 1000.” Designed by the Giancarlo Zema Design Group for an Arabian commission, this luxurious retreat is the first semi-submerged hotel resort in the world. Providing an opportunity to enjoy the best of both worlds – land and sea — the resort resembles a big aquatic animal stretching out from the land into the sea, extending horizontally for 1km. The land area houses residential buildings, office buildings and a marina with a modern and flexible harbor. All the structures are situated in a semi-circle around the tower with the panoramic restaurant.
Four semi-submerged hotels, each offering 75 luxury suites, will be located in the sea section of the resort. Reminding us of the soft lines of the superyachts anchored on land, the hotels include water exhibition galleries, an interactive museum on marine life and an aquarium with a glass tunnel leading to an underwater observatory located in the center of this marine park. The hotels have large diagonal glass windows that offer a fascinating view of marine life. Connected to the welcome area by the long arms are fitness areas, gardens and a special outdoor theater with a moving stage that opens out on the sea.
In addition, there will be 80 floating suites called “Jelly-fish“ with underwater views available at the smaller floating platforms, each ending with a lighthouse. The electrical vehicles will take the guests through the marine park without causing harm to the park’s eco-system. The teak floor complements the main steel structure perfectly, creating a stunning eco-destination. The bridge connecting the land and sea section is draped in plants, giving the impression of projecting the land flora into the sea. Water transport is also provided by 20-meter aluminum yachts called Trilobis that are equipped with hydrogen engines and an underwater observatory globe. Considering the comfort, luxurious and green environment the Amphibious 1000 offers, it is definitely the ultimate eco-destination for the well-heeled.
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