AL-HIMMA FOREST_BATHING A Nature Therapy & Meditation Retreat

University of Petra

Project idea

When visitors come to the resort, they will be astonished by the not seeing the buildings but only the nature, glimpses of buildings and facilities to emphasise the idea of “element of surprise”.
I benefited from the slope to view most of the project and to realize the idea of sustainability.
Distribution of functions in the forest is constructed in the shape of the ancient Sanskrit symbol AUM. The sound of AUM consists of three letters: A, U, and M. it represents the cosmic vibration; the original eternal sound.

- This project would improve the physical and mental health of the visitors.
- It would protect the visitors from many chronic diseases.
- It would increase the visitors’ physical activity which would increase their energy levels; therefore, they would perform better in their jobs and all aspects of life this would improve the society as a whole.

Project description

Al Himma forest bathing retreat is a therapy resort by nature, located in al Himma Irbid governorate. Mineral hot springs that are currently abandoned, will be used as the essence of the newly of project to revive the area, boost the economy, and provide a different touristic attraction in the north path of Jordan being the only therapy center that provides such an experience.

Technical information

1- Site analysis
2- Forest bathing means
3- Program
4- Concept
5- Technical drawinds:
- Site plan
- Plans
- Sections
- Elevations
6- visualization Shots

Co-authors

Noor Yaasin