FUJIAN QUANZHOU ANXI QINGSHUIYAN HOT SPRING RESORT / Chinese Mainland
P A L Design Consultants Limited / Hong Kong
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DFA Design for Asia Awards 2025 l Silver Award l Spatial Design l Hospitality & Leisure Spaces
Contours of Calm
Nestled within Quanzhou’s mountain folds, this resort redefines retreat through architecture that listens rather than speaks. Its roofline follows the rhythm of nearby peaks, merging built form with landscape in quiet continuity. Entry through the softly lit lobby—anchored by a suspended lantern recalling local craft—sets the tone for calm and orientation. A central courtyard anchors the spatial experience, allowing light, air, and movement to unfold with measured grace. Materials—stone, timber, woven fabric—are used sparingly, their textures resonating with the stillness of the site. The result is an architecture of clarity and restraint, attuned to nature’s quiet presence.
