This mountain holiday center is a nature-focused retreat located in the scenic heights of Ifrane. Designed to blend seamlessly with its forested surroundings, the project celebrates both leisure and landscape.
Nestled in the heart of the Middle Atlas Mountains, this mountain holiday center in Ifrane offers a harmonious blend of traditional alpine aesthetics and contemporary comfort. The project is composed of a central hotel and a collection of individual bungalows designed as wooden chalets, all thoughtfully integrated into the natural topography and surrounding cedar forest.
The main hotel building stands as the focal point of the development, characterized by a pitched roof, natural stone facades, and large panoramic windows that offer unobstructed views of the surrounding landscape. The interiors feature warm, locally-sourced wood finishes, creating a cozy and elegant atmosphere for guests.
Scattered along gentle slopes, the bungalows adopt the architectural language of mountain chalets, with timber cladding, gabled roofs, and private terraces. These units provide an intimate retreat while preserving visual cohesion with the hotel and the natural environment.
The complex includes outdoor and indoor swimming pools, thoughtfully positioned to maximize sunlight exposure and landscape views. The recreational areas feature multi-sport courts and children’s playgrounds, offering a variety of activities for families and guests throughout the year.
The entire center is designed with a focus on sustainability, using natural materials, energy-efficient systems, and minimal land disturbance to preserve the unique ecological identity of Ifrane.
2025
2025
Project Type: Mountain Resort
Main Functions: Hotel, Chalets (bungalows), Swimming Pools, Sports & Recreation Areas
Total Built Area: 7,500 m²
Site Area: 3 hectares
Location: Ifrane, Middle Atlas Mountains, Morocco
Structural System: Reinforced concrete for hotel structure, timber frames for chalets
Cladding Materials: Local stone, natural wood, and glass
Energy Strategy: Passive solar design, natural ventilation, LED lighting, water-saving systems
Landscape Integration: Low-impact earthworks, native vegetation preserved, cedar and oak trees integrated into design
Lead Architect: Archiplan Architectes
Design Team: Archiplan design
Structural Engineer: Himdi Jamal
MEP Engineer: MARP SA
Landscape Architect: Mrani Youssef
