Press Release
Tiago Silva Dias Receives the Silver A' Design Award for Immerso Hotel in Architecture, Building and Structure Design
The international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Tiago Silva Dias for architecture, building and structure design
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COMO, Italy, April 21, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that Immerso Hotel by Tiago Silva Dias, designed for Silva Dias Arquitectos, has been granted the Silver A' Design Award in the Architecture, Building and Structure Design category. The result belongs to the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was reached through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
What the Silver A' Design Award Means
The Silver A' Design Award celebrates top-tier designs that embody excellence and innovation. This award acknowledges creations that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, reflecting the designer's deep understanding and skill. Silver A' Design Award recipients are recognized for their contribution to raising industry standards and advancing the practice of design. Their work often incorporates original innovations and elicits a strong emotional response, making a notable impact on the improvement of everyday life.
More About Immerso Hotel
Immerso is a hotel complex located in Ericeira, Portugal. The buildings are placed within a valley facing the ocean, following the principles of southern Iberian architecture, with smaller structures scattered on the gentle slopes and larger ones on the hilltops. The complex covers 2000 square metres. Materials are limited to exposed concrete, painted surfaces in mineral-inspired colours, pine wood and painted iron. Spaces for meditation, workshops and sports are included. The design integrates the buildings into the landscape and applies sustainability measures suited to the local climate.
Award Record
Tiago Silva Dias is a winner of 1 A' Design Award, including this recognition.
About the A' Architecture, Building and Structure Design Award
The A' Architecture Design Award is an international architectural design competition recognizing good architectural designs by best architects worldwide. It is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to architectural design studios, building contractors, structural engineering firms and architecture and design consultants from all countries. Typical entries include skyscrapers, museums, residential buildings, commercial complexes, educational institutions and religious structures. The awarded architectural projects are published at https://dezigners.org/design-category/architecture
About A' Design Award & Competition
Organized annually since 2008, A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The philanthropic mission of the A' Design Award is to advance society through good design, by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Nominations are peer reviewed and evaluated anonymously by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. Eligible laureates receive the A' Design Prize, which includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, uploading a work and receiving a preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. More information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://dezigners.org/160299
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/160299
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!160299
- Laureate Profile: https://dezigners.org/d/354019
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://tiagosilvadias.com/portfolio/hotel-immerso-2/
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
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press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Immerso Hotel
- Function
- Hotel
- Category
- Architecture, Building and Structure Design
- Discipline
- Spatial Design
- Industry
- Architecture
- Colors
- Dark Olive Green, Dodger Blue, Cornflower Blue, Dark Slate Gray and Gray
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Silva Dias Arquitectos
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Tiago Silva Dias
- Country
- Portugal
- Recognition
- Silver A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #160299
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- The Immerso Hotel complex was designed with a strong focus on its relationship with the surrounding landscape, defined by the valley it sits on and the powerful presence of the ocean.The intervention, planned with modernity in mind while still respecting the spirit of the location, aims to harmonize natural values with architecture through the contextualization and integration of the structures into the site, incorporating principles of environmental sustainability tailored to the local climate
- Inspiration
- The conceptual design of the complex embraces the principles of the southern Iberian architecture, with scattered smaller construction on the gentle slopes and prominent buildings on the hilltops.
- Research
- This project is the product of research into how architecture can blend seamlessly with natural landscapes. The goal was to create a design that respects the local environment and cultural heritage while embracing modernity. Inspired by southern Iberian architectural principles, the project focused on harmonizing the built environment with the site’s natural features, such as its valley setting and proximity to the ocean. To achieve this, a careful study of the local context was conducted with input from various stakeholders to guide design decisions and ensure a holistic and respectful approach.
- Challenge
- The hardest part of this design activity was balancing modern architectural principles with the cultural and natural context of Ericeira. Internally, it required respecting the historical and social fabric of the area, rooted in southern Iberian traditions. Externally, challenges included adhering to strict environmental regulations, sourcing sustainable materials locally, and integrating advanced construction techniques within a sensitive landscape. Ericeira is a region where interventions must be approached with great delicacy, adding complexity to the project.
- Realization and Technology
- The colours and textures used in the design draw inspiration from the natural context and contemporary elements, employing a restricted range of materials such as exposed concrete, painted surfaces with mineral-inspired colours, pine wood, and painted iron.
- Operation and Interaction
- Immerso Hotel is a high-end tourism venture focused on sustainability, innovation, and well-being. Intended for those seeking a refuge from the city, it offers a variety of activities that allow just that, such as cooking workshops, gardening practices, sports, and leisure, creating a space for relaxation and connection. Offering distinctive experiences, Immerso hotel is deeply connected to the region's natural beauty, celebrating the rich cultural and historical heritage. The hotel features meditation and relaxation spaces, seamlessly blending luxury with sustainability for a truly unique stay.
- Project Duration and Location
- The project started in 2016 and was completed in 2022 in Ericeira, Portugal.
- Keywords
- Architecture, Sustainability, Hospitality, Portugal, Hotel
