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Rotating Views and Tactile Engagement in Cork and Limestone Tasting Space

Authors:
Réka Komsa, Davor Robitschko, Péter Deák-varga
Rotating Views and Tactile Engagement in Cork and Limestone Tasting Space
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The integration of a rotating table and tactile elements crafted from limestone and cork enhances the sensory experience in a tasting room that connects visitors to the local winemaking landscape.
5 key facts about this project
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The tasting room features a rotating table that offers panoramic views of the landscape.
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An experiential corridor prepares visitors through tactile and olfactory interactions.
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Cork is used creatively in the lavatory design, enhancing the sensory experience.
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Large glass openings facilitate a seamless connection with the surrounding environment.
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Informative installations provide insights into local winemaking history and technologies.

Vinescope is a carefully designed space located within a vinery setting. The tasting room focuses on creating an engaging experience for visitors, connecting them with the themes of winemaking and the surrounding landscape. The design encourages exploration and interaction, allowing guests to appreciate the process behind the wines they enjoy.

Experience Corridor

An experience corridor serves as a key feature, linking the vinery’s inner courtyard to the tasting area. This corridor acts as a transition, inviting visitors to leave behind the outside environment. Dimmed lighting creates an intimate atmosphere, while textures and materials along the walls encourage tactile and olfactory interactions. Guests can touch and smell various elements that represent the journey of the vine, enhancing their understanding of the wine they are about to taste.

Tasting Room Dynamics

Once visitors enter the tasting room, they encounter a rotating table that showcases sweeping views of the landscape. This unique design element integrates the visual experience with wine tasting, creating a more engaging atmosphere. Guests can absorb the scenery while enjoying local wines, making the connection between what they see and what they taste particularly strong.

Educational Component

The site plan includes several functional areas, such as an informative wall that provides insights into the vinery’s history and local winemaking techniques. There is also a service room dedicated to wine storage and preparation, ensuring that everything needed for tasting is easily accessible. A technical room facilitates the operation of the rotating platform, allowing the seamless movement of the table without interrupting the visitor experience.

Material Integration

Materials chosen for the project reinforce its relationship with the vinicultural landscape. Limestone and clay are used throughout, creating a natural look that fits well with the environment. Vine branches and oak barrels are incorporated into the design, linking the space to traditional winemaking practices. Large glass surfaces enhance the connection between the indoors and outdoors, inviting nature to play an important role in the visitor experience.

The tasting room finishes with a thoughtful sensory experience, where guests can enjoy a rich blend of sight, texture, and aroma while tasting wines that reflect the essence of the landscape.

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