Exposed wood and lodge charm: Ski resort’s stunning timber architecture

by tanya_martins | January 2, 2025 1:40 pm

A modern ski lodge features large glass windows and a sloped roof, set in a snowy landscape. Groups of people are gathered outside, some sitting on benches, while others walk by or interact. The lodge's warm interior glow contrasts with the cold, snowy surroundings. — The 31-unit, 6,185-m2 (66,580-sf) mass timber hotel is a ski-in, ski-out hotel. *Photos courtesy Jeremy Bittermann*

Humbird at Schweitzer Mountain Resort in Idaho is a new destination hotel offering ready access to year-round recreation opportunities.

The 31-unit, 6,185-m² (66,580-sf) mass timber hotel is a ski-in, ski-out hotel that provides on-slope accommodations as well as hospitality and support services to position Schweitzer as a year-round destination.

A contemporary wooden building features a façade with irregularly shaped, protruding windows. The structure is set against a snowy landscape, with soft lighting visible through the windows, suggesting a warm interior atmosphere. — The hotel’s exterior is shaped by an exposed wood structure, board-formed concrete, metal panels, and large expanses of glass.

The hotel’s exterior is shaped by an exposed wood structure, board-formed concrete, metal panels, and large expanses of glass. Primary gathering spaces feature exposed cross-laminated timber (CLT), including ceiling planes, glulam beams, and columns to evoke a lodge-like aesthetic.

The lobby and welcome area are situated atop the below-ground parking area. The interiors are inspired by classic ski equipment and fashion.

Other amenities include an indoor retreat/co-working space and a small fitness facility.

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