{"id":3830,"date":"2026-02-05T07:34:59","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T07:34:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/epicstays.eu\/?p=3830"},"modified":"2026-02-05T07:34:59","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T07:34:59","slug":"epic-stays-and-the-future-of-sustainable-stays-in-friesland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/epicstays.eu\/en_gb\/epic-stays-and-the-future-of-sustainable-stays-in-friesland\/","title":{"rendered":"Epic Stays and the Future of Sustainable Stays in Friesland"},"content":{"rendered":"

What defines an Epic Stay is the wow factor<\/em>. It\u2019s about accommodations that offer an unforgettable experience, often through unique architecture, breathtaking locations, or a story that resonates.<\/p>\n

But as the travel industry evolves, a new criterion is emerging as part of the definition: Sustainability<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Travelers today are increasingly seeking sustainable accommodation\u2014places that look incredible but have restricted environmental imoact. A perfect example of this future-forward thinking was recently highlighted by Circular Friesland<\/strong>, showcasing a groundbreaking project that could redefine the “Epic Stay” for the eco-conscious traveler.<\/p>\n

The Biobased Inspiration from Friesland<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In an article titled “Biobased Holiday Home as a Source of Inspiration,”<\/em> Circular Friesland spotlights a unique recreation home called ‘Swel’<\/strong> (Frisian for Swallow), located at the De Oude Liefde campsite in Greonterp.<\/p>\n

This isn’t your average cabin. It is a masterclass in circular construction. Designed by architect Haiko Meijer of Onix NL, the home is built almost entirely from biobased materials<\/strong>. The structure uses massive wood construction (CLT), insulated with wood fiber, and clad in thermally modified wood. Even the interior embraces the earth, featuring loam stucco walls.<\/p>\n

Why \u2018Swel\u2019 Embodies the Epic Stays Vision<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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  1. Innovative Design:<\/strong>\u00a0The shape of the house is inspired by the aerodynamic form of a swallow, a bird native to the Frisian landscape. It\u2019s a stunning piece of architecture that blends seamlessly with the surrounding Frisian countryside.<\/li>\n
  2. Radical Sustainability:<\/strong>\u00a0The project proves that you don’t need concrete and steel to build durable, beautiful structures. It serves as a “library of materials” for future builders, showing that nature provides the best building blocks.<\/li>\n
  3. The Experience:<\/strong>\u00a0Staying in a home that “breathes” (thanks to the natural materials) offers a different level of comfort and connection to nature than a standard plastic-and-drywall hotel room.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Towards a New Standard for Epic Stays<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    The collaboration between local builders, architects, and regional authorities demonstrates how Friesland is becoming a living laboratory for sustainable tourism innovation<\/strong>. Rather than treating sustainability as an add-on, projects like Swel<\/em> place it at the core of design, experience, and storytelling.<\/p>\n

    For platforms like Epic Stays<\/strong>, this represents a clear direction of travel. The future of unforgettable accommodation lies not only in visual impact, but in how responsibly places are built, operated, and embedded in their environment<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    Epic Stays of the future will not just impress guests \u2014
    \nthey will inspire change<\/strong>, proving that sustainability and exceptional experience can, and should, go hand in hand.<\/p>\n

    Written by;
    \nRadu Mihailescu
    \nSenior Researcher at Stenden University of Applied Sciences<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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