Blossom Dreams Hotel at Jima Village, Yangshuo County Interior, Chinese Architecture, Images
Blossom Dreams Hotel at Jima Village, Yangshuo County
Building Development in Southern China – design by Co-Direction Design
15 Apr 2019
Blossom Dreams Hotel
Design: Co-Direction Design
Location: Yangshuo, Guilin, Guangxi Province, China
Blossom Dreams Hotel

The project is situated at Jima Village in the east of Yangshuo ? a famous tourist county surrounded by karst mountains, winding rivers and beautiful scenery. The name “Jima” in Chinese is very poetic, meaning “steed”, which makes the secluded, old and austere village appear to be dreamy to some extent. With tranquil ambience and beautiful landscape, it’s a perfect site for a resort hotel where people can stay away from the hustle and bustle of urban life.
The courtyard features paths paved with white stones, patches of green grass, and a reflective pond with a sunken resting area at the center. The open coffee bar allows people to sit and savor a cup of coffee under the roof overhang whilst viewing the enchanting landscape.

The enclosure was built with local materials, making it well blend with the site. Its opening (i.e. the hotel entrance) is guarded by verdant bamboo and characterized by a few stairs, which generates a sense of formality.

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