Isle of Barra Hotel
Tourism is part of the islands economy - a new hotel was needed. The building follows the contours of the ground, partly for protection against weather, partly to avoid intrusion. The material used also takes account of the harsh weather and to fit into the landscape.
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Project details
Title: | Isle of Barra Hotel |
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Entr. year: | 1979 |
Result: | Diploma |
Country: | United Kingdom |
Town: | Barra, Outer Hebrides (Scotland) |
Category type: | architectural heritage |
Notes: | -New building in a sensitive area |
Building type/ Project type: | residential building |
Actual use: | Hotel |
Architect / Proj.leader: | W.G. Crerar and Partners, Architects (Oban - GB) |
The Jury's citation: | "For the admirable design of a new hotel which harmonises weil with the rugged coastline and countryside" |
GPS: | 56°58'33.1"N 7°31'3.3"W |
Web, Links: | www.isleofbarrahotel.co.uk/ |
Description:
Tourism is part of the islands economy - a new hotel was needed. The building follows the contours of the ground, partly for protection against weather, partly to avoid intrusion. The material used also takes account of the harsh weather and to fit into the landscape.
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