London Design Gold

2024

Hotel I920, Shanghai

Entrant Company

Kaifei Architectural Design

Category

Interior Design - Hospitality

Client's Name

Confidential Client

Country / Region

China

Hotel I920 represents a convergence of modernity, technology, and luxury, situated in the vibrant vicinity of the Bund in Shanghai, China. This visionary establishment offers a captivating blend of futuristic ambiance and historical narrative, seamlessly melding the imagined digital future with the historic landscape of Shanghai in 1920.



Upon entering the hotel lobby, guests are transported back to the vibrant streets of 1992 Shanghai through a large interactive screen, setting the stage for an immersive experience. Welcoming visitors into this enchanting realm is a discreetly positioned reception desk, ingeniously blending classical columns with contemporary electronic lighting, evoking a sense of wonder and anticipation.



The main lobby lounge beckons with grandeur, featuring a sweeping glass staircase that ascends toward the celestial heights, inviting guests to discover the ethereal beauty of the cosmos. Within the bar lounge, an ambiance reminiscent of an outdoor garden awaits, where novel carriage-inspired banquette seating offers a transcendent and imaginative lounging experience.



The suites at Hotel I920 epitomize modern luxury, boasting sleek and futuristic design elements akin to a spacecraft's interior. State-of-the-art technology adorns every facet, including the innovative curved glass mirror which detects and reflects guests' physical data, presenting an authentic reflection of their true selves. Moreover, the special round living area features the unprecedented, curved screen design, providing guests with immersive viewing experiences.



Furthermore, each suite incorporates a private working area and an outdoor terrace, offering tranquil retreats where guests can unwind and indulge in moments of solitude. In this sanctuary, guests are afforded absolute peace and seclusion from the outside world, ensuring an unparalleled level of comfort and privacy.



Hotel I920 redefines the hospitality landscape by offering guests a sensory journey through time and space, where the past converges with the future to create an unparalleled experience of luxury and enchantment.

Credits

Design Director
Kaiwen Wei
Design Director
Yifei Wang
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