Thermal Baths in Vals Switzerland built by: Peter Zumthor

Today in class we watched a documentary about he Thermal Baths in Vals Switzerland. One thing I liked about the hotel and thermal baths is how the roof has grass on it. The architect decided to put grass on the roof to make the hotel seem to blend with the hills around the hotel. I like how the architect did the grass roof because he could have easily made it concrete. It also adds a cool detail because it looks natural and blends into the environment as it is supposed to.

Another thing that was really cool about the Thermal Bath is how the baths are heated by hot springs. I liked this because it has a natural heating style with a modern looks. To me the idea of mixing natural and modern things into one is a good idea. The bath and pool areas are quite unique because of the various temperatures of the pools and the use of lights in them. Though the pools sound very interesting and fun to visit, they are not like a regular public pool where you play around and splash and yell. These pools and baths are for being quiet and relaxing. These pools are more for a soothing spa like experience. Going back to what I said about the different temperatures, the Thermal Baths have many different temperatures. You can go from a warm bath to a cool bath and then to a bath that is like a hot tub. There are lights in the baths to add mood an relaxation to your spa experience. In some rooms the walls are painted a certain color to enhance and reflect the colors in the water to make the feeling seem deeper and better.