2026
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This project blurs the lines of conventional hospitality, thoughtfully weaving accommodation, dining, wellness, spa, socializing, and entertainment into a cohesive destination. Through cross-disciplinary integration and all-day, multi-scenario planning, the design reimagines the very essence of hotel functionality, transforming the resort from a mere physical vessel into an immersive ecosystem—inviting guests to feel, interpret, and wander at their own pace. Global travelers and locals alike engage with experience-driven spaces, finding a profound sense of emotional resonance.
The design seamlessly intertwines the nuances of light with spatial definition. It articulates distinct narratives across each floor through a deliberate dialogue of illumination, materials, and colors. Rich yet cohesive, this interplay guides a progressive visual perception throughout the spatial journey, weaving a compelling spatial storyline. The lobby anchors its spatial narrative in a symphony of light, where a mirrored ceiling, sculptural pendants, and linear lighting converge into a fluid vista, imparting a sense of openness and dynamic elegance. The dining area introduces tactile richness through rippled metal ceilings, deep stone surfaces, and a warm orange glow, elevating culinary and social moments in an ambiance of understated sophistication. In the wellness and spa zones, a gradient interplay of cool and warm lighting, water reflections, and expansive stone surfaces create a meditative sanctuary, inviting guests to unwind within a uniquely immersive escape. The guest rooms embrace natural serenity, harmonizing wood tones, creamy whites, and diffused light to offer a tranquil retreat where the mind can truly unwind and find profound stillness. To captivate a broader spectrum of guests, the hotel also features an entertainment zone that offers a themed experiential journey. In this setting, striking elements such as space capsules, planetary light rings, and neon rings shape a futuristic narrative, designed to resonate with younger guests seeking novelty.
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BRAG Arquitectos + GDC Desarrollos
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Architectural Design - Mid Rise Buildings
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Shenzhen Zhonghai Century Architectural Design Co., Ltd. Southwest Branch
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Architectural Design - Residential
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Jieshi Architecture Planning & Design (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
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Architectural Design - Rural Design
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ShanghaiYijing Space Design Engineering Co.,Ltd
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Interior Design - Home Décor