high-altitude cottage emerges like a rock from georgian mountains

"Studio Stipfold designs AltiHut Cottage as part of first sustainable high-altitude hospitality ecosystem, combining a compact layout, fiber- architecture, and panoramic glazing to minimize impact while maximizing experience. At 3,014 meters above sea level, AltiHut stands as more than a mountain . It is a statement of responsibility, vision, and care for the planet. The project challenges the idea of adventure tourism by uniting comfort, awareness, and respect for nature. Every element, delivered by helicopter and powered by the sun, reflects a belief that hospitality can exist in balance with the environment."

"Continuing this philosophy, the new AltiHut Cottages introduce a more personal way to experience the mountain. Designed for families and small groups, each unit provides a quiet retreat that expands the main hut's ecosystem while remaining fully integrated with the landscape. The layout is simple and compact, with a small room for children, a central living area, and an open mezzanine bedroom that faces the horizon."

"The architectural idea follows Studio Stipfold's language of purity and restraint. A continuous shell of fiber concrete forms the exterior, shaped to feel as if it has always been there. Inside, natural wood defines the atmosphere, balancing warmth with simplicity. The large glass opening turns the surrounding landscape into the main element of the interior, so the view itself becomes part of the design."

AltiHut Cottage sits at 3,014 meters in the Georgian mountains and forms part of a first sustainable high-altitude hospitality ecosystem. Cottages are compact and delivered by helicopter, powered by solar energy to reduce environmental impact. Exterior shells use fiber‑reinforced concrete that will age into the terrain, while interiors use natural wood, simple furnishings, and panoramic glazing to make the landscape the dominant interior element. Units serve families and small groups with a children’s room, central living area, and open mezzanine bedroom oriented toward the horizon. The design emphasizes minimal footprint, experiential comfort, and ecological responsibility.

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