Drop Sauna and Drop Lodge Drop Sauna en Lodge by Drop

Drop Sauna and Drop Lodge Drop Sauna en Lodge by Drop is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award yn Brûns in Arsjitektuer, Gebou en Struktuerûntwerp Competition Category.

BrûnsArsjitektuer· 2024

Drop Sauna and Drop Lodge Drop Sauna en Lodge

by Drop

Client: Drop

A' Design Award yn Brûns Winner in Arsjitektuer Category

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The Design

About Drop Sauna and Drop Lodge Drop Sauna en Lodge

De stylvol ûntwurpen Drop Sauna en Lodge binne ferkrijber yn swarte, wite of natuerlike houtkleuren. Se binne perfekt fjouwerkantig mei in opfallende grutte glêzen foargevel dy't karakteristyk stilearre is yn 'e foarm fan in drip. It brûkte hout is op sparrebasis makke krúslaminearre hout dat in miljeufreonlik, fernijber en heul duorsumst boumateriaalis is. Drop Bûten Saunas en Lodges wurde soarchfâldich fertsjinne yn Finlân mei de grutste oandacht foar detail.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award yn Brûns

Drop Sauna and Drop Lodge Drop Sauna en Lodge is in winner fan de A' Design Award yn Brûns, in heech prestisjeuze erkenning foar treflike ûntwerpen dy't har ûnderskiede troch kreativiteit, fernuft en tûkens. Brûnswinners binne tige feardige en opfallend kreative artefakten dy't de grutte ûnderfining, ferbylding en betochtsumens fan har ûntwerpers befêstigje. Fan Drop Sauna and Drop Lodge Drop Sauna en Lodge wurdt ferwachte dat it in tige heech achte, bewûndere en dierber objekt is dat opmerklik profesjoneel en ynnovatyf is. Dit winnende ûntwerp fan de A' Design Award yn Brûns yntegrearret de bêste praktiken yn keunst, wittenskip, ûntwerp en technology en is treflik om syn omtinken foar detail. Drop Sauna and Drop Lodge Drop Sauna en Lodge foldocht behoeften prachtich, reitsjet winsken, betsjoeveret gefoelens en sprekt nijsgjirrigens oan.

Behind the Design

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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Elevate your outdoor experience with the unparalleled beauty and sustainability of Drop Saunas and Drop Lodges, designed with genuine Finnish passion.

Immerse yourself in the allure of these magnificent outdoor structures, where award-winning and globally acclaimed minimalist design takes center stage. The iconic drop shape serves as a captivating window, that frames the beautiful view. Drop Saunas and Drop Lodges are meticulously crafted in Finland with the utmost attention to detail. Using high-quality materials and a commitment to excellence in finishing, each sauna and lodge is a testament to Finnish craftsmanship. The construction material, CLT (Cross-Laminated Timber) stands as one of the most ecologically conscious and durable building materials available.
Dimensions & Packaging: 230 x 230 x 230 cm
Tags: Sauna, design sauna, outdoor sauna
Production Technology: The turnkey outdoor buildings, Drop sauna, and Drop lodge, are crafted with the same Finnish precision and dedication as our beloved Drop spas and outdoor fires—exemplifying high-quality craftsmanship, premium materials, and meticulous finishing. The Drop Sauna is constructed from CLT, which is one of the most eco-friendly and durable building materials available.
Design Challenge: Hardest part of the process was redoing the prototype until it was perfect.
Research: Drop did a market research of outdoor saunas and found out there was no minimalistic Scandinavian design saunas and therefore wanted to create one.
Inspiration: Drop Sauna and Drop Lodge are places for relaxation and ideal places to re-connect with yourself and with the surrounding nature. The Drop shape was inspired by the minimalistic beauty of Finnish nature and our thousands of lakes.
Project Duration: The project started 2021 in Naantali, Finland and finished in November 2023 at the same place.
Operation Flow: Drop Sauna and Drop Lodge are places for relaxation and ideal places to re-connect with yourself and with the surrounding nature. Minimalistic beauty from Finnish nature.
Patents: Design patent pending
Team Members: Sirena Kiviranta
Image Credits: Jutta Tanninen