Castle Hot Springs Dining Pavilion

An AdapTive Envelope that opens to the desert and seals for comfort—year-round.

A freestanding dining enclosure that keeps every table usable, every season, while preserving the resort’s desert views and architectural calm.

Project Snapshot

  • Location: Castle Hot Springs Resort, AZ

  • Use: Daily dining + private events

  • Envelope: Soft-top gable retractable roof, motorized vertical-lift glass, exterior solar shades

  • Comfort Systems: LED lighting, mini-split climate control, rapid open/close operation

  • Outcome: All-weather dining with uninterrupted views and seamless day-to-evening transition

Design Goals

  • Preserve heritage architecture and full-view transparency.

  • Deliver four-season comfort without a permanent addition.

  • Keep operations silent, simple, and service-friendly.

  • Freestanding dining pavilion at Castle Hot Springs framed by desert palms and mountain backdrop. Retractable roof and full-height glass walls create a seamless indoor-outdoor setting.
  • Corner View to Lawn
  • Full dining room scene with retractable fabric roof extended, filtered natural light, and desert foliage beyond.
  • Tables aligned beside clear vertical-lift windows, framing desert vegetation and reflecting natural light across travertine floors.
  • Seating area overlooking the main lawn; glass walls fully lowered for panoramic views of the mountain range.
  • Soft-top gable ceiling with linear LED lighting and acoustic balance, complementing neutral furnishings and built-in bar wall.
  • South view of the dining enclosure showing soft-top gable roof, side shade screens closed, and resort lodge behind.

  • Dual retracting bays form a light canopy that opens for air and sky, then closes for shade or rain. Integrated low-glare LEDs provide even evening light with no visible fixtures.

  • Clear panels rise vertically to create open walls without encroaching on aisles. Half-open mode supplies airflow while maintaining protection and visibility.

  • Exterior screens deploy for glare and privacy while keeping sightlines clear, crucial on west and south exposures.

  • Full-height sliding doors and flush thresholds maintain ADA compliance and easy service movement.

  • Mini-splits and balanced ventilation manage temperature and humidity for steady comfort.

Operational Strength

  • Quick changeovers: Switch from open-air breakfast to sealed dinner in minutes.

  • Clean lines: Concealed gutters and weep systems manage runoff discreetly.

  • Service ready: Accessible drives and screens simplify maintenance.

  • Finish durability: Powder-coated framing and weather-resistant gaskets handle resort-duty cycles.

Guest Experience

  • Views First: Floor-to-ceiling glazing frames lawn and canyon vistas from every seat.

  • Quiet Ambience: Soft materials and enclosed geometry reduce clatter, supporting fine-dining acoustics.

  • Adaptive Comfort: Partial openings, breeze control, or sealed climate mode—staff tailor comfort table by table.

Value for the Resort

  • Revenue Stability: Outdoor dining remains viable through temperature swings and sudden weather.

  • Premium Appeal: Every seat qualifies as a “best seat,” raising event and à-la-carte value.

  • Light Footprint: The structure complements the desert landscape without altering the property’s character.

Castle Hot Springs demonstrates how an AdapTive Envelope transforms a beautiful setting into a profitable, all-weather experience—outdoor comfort without four walls.