The remote island of Easdale is recognised for the historical extraction of its slate, yet the mines are now a redundant relic of a past from which the island has moved on. What remains are two incredibly resilient assets: nature and the community. Mother nature has reclaimed Easdale from its industrial past. The quarries have been submerged in sea water and the exposed slate walls are capped with blooming flora, supporting expanded habits for a variety of local fauna. The local residents live in harmony with this reclaimed landscape, and are seeking to establish a new identity for the island.

Adaptability is woven into the design of the waiting room, where its primary function is to allow passengers safe refuge from the elements whilst waiting for the ferry. Our proposal also includes a public sauna. Its inclusion allows the local community to come together regularly, and enjoy the related health and social benefits all year round. Those brave enough can also jump into the sea to cool off afterwards. Visitors to the island can also pay to use this facility and the resulting income will help its upkeep.