The Wellness Unit is a singular small scale outdoor living & self care unit that includes a sauna and a cold shower for a small thermal experience. The on th site are combined to create a large conglomerate, while allowing for privacy in each space.

The Story:

In a world that often pulls us away from our natural roots, the Forest Wellness Retreat II offers a restorative escape to reconnect with both nature and ourselves. Set deep within a peaceful forest, this retreat invites participants to immerse in an environment where healing and personal transformation occur through mindful interaction with nature’s four core elements: earth, water, air, and fire. These elements—essential not only to the natural world but to human well-being—provide the foundation for our journey. The earth grounds us, offering stability and strength. Water cleanses, renewing both body and mind. Air revitalizes, filling us with fresh energy and clarity. And fire, the element of transformation, symbolizes inner strength and passion, igniting the process of change and renewal. 

Participants will engage in a variety of activities designed to align their bodies and spirits with these elements: from grounding meditations and forest walks to water-based rituals, breathwork in the fresh air, and communal fire ceremonies. Each element plays a vital role in fostering inner balance, health, and connection, allowing participants to not only rejuvenate their physical and mental well-being but also to rekindle their inner light and passion. The project features a living area, kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, fire pit and spa. The selective use of large windows throughout the unit provides the inhabitant with an immersive nature experience. The units are aranged in various ways along the river, providing privacy but also a sense of community. By the end of one’s stay, inhabitants leabe with a renewed sense of harmony, an enduring connection to the natural world, and a deeper understanding of the powerful ways nature’s elements can guide and support a life of balance and vitality.

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