cliffside resort’s white caves and arches frame the views of chinese south coast

the resort's sensory design approach redefines the concept of 'urban vacation'.

C-N edited by christina vergopoulou April 13, 2023 3 min

Miyue · Blue & White Cliffside Resort by GS Design

GS Design realizes the ‘Miyue · Blue & White Cliffside Resort‘ on the south coast of China, redefining the concept of ‘elegant vacation’ and focusing on ‘spatial experience’. Located amidst mountainous views in Shenzhen, the hotel incorporates a predominantly white color palette throughout, creating an aesthetic clarity that complements the expanses of blue sea and sky surrounding the structure. The architectural practice composes a series of elegantly minimalist spaces in a warm, uncluttered style, and with subtle materials that reflect the natural environment. The accommodation unit arranges 25 rooms with a unique interior design and character. The core element of each room is the formation of various caves, baths, and arches which provide framed views of the landscape.

cliffside resort's white caves and arches frame the views of chinese south coast - 1 — all images by GS Design

a sensory experience of urban vacation

Architectural practice GS Design focuses on the ‘spatial experience’ of the composed resort exploring the architectural potential in color, light, and texture forming a ‘pioneering model of urban vacation’. Redefining the term ‘elegant vacation’, the design integrates the building with the surrounding environment ‘unlocking the relationship between physical space and perceptual experience behavior’. The material selection of the public zones applies natural bamboo and wood allowing the natural landscape to become part of the interior. Pure white sets as the main tone of the entire building contrasting the framed blue sea and sky.

The rugged cave baths ensure direct contact with the outdoor area securing privacy and transparency. The terrace bubble pool reflects the ever-changing shadowplay during the day. Through the visual, tactile, and auditory sensory experience and the design team’s constant and progressive exploration to connect daily life and leisure, the hotel shapes a contemporary urban vacation retreat.

cliffside resort's white caves and arches frame the views of chinese south coast - 2 — the hotel incorporates a predominantly white color palette throughout the structure

cliffside resort's white caves and arches frame the views of chinese south coast - 3 — formed arches provide framed views of the landscape

cliffside resort's white caves and arches frame the views of chinese south coast - 4 — each room enjoys unique outlooks of the mountainous scenery

cliffside resort's white caves and arches frame the views of chinese south coast - 5 — white hues and subtle materials complement the framed expanses of blue sea and sky

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cliffside resort's white caves and arches frame the views of chinese south coast - 6 — the rugged cave baths ensure direct contact with the outdoor area securing privacy

cliffside resort's white caves and arches frame the views of chinese south coast - 7 — the formation of various caves, baths, and arches stands as the core element of the design

cliffside resort's white caves and arches frame the views of chinese south coast - 8 — the terrace bubble pool reflects the ever-changing shadowplay during the day

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project info:

name: Miyue · Blue & White Cliffside Resort
designer: GS Design | @gengshang_interior_design

location: Nan’ao Subdistrict, Shenzhen, China

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