OBA

For many generations, the Northern Lights were one of nature’s greatest mysteries. Why did the sky turn green and yellow and purple in various regions of the earth, at specific times of the year, while other places, other skies, remained entirely unchanged?

The project is to design a small hotel which stands on its own as a tourist destination. This is much more than just a service to the city: there will be a Finish spa, a full astronomical observatory, and all the most charming accommodations in food, beverage, and lodging.

The hotel should be a phenomenon within itself. When people come to stay, they are not only amazed by what they see in the night sky, but they are amazed by the design of the temporary home in which they’re staying. The two experiences should be miraculous, engaging, and altogether unforgettable.