New Beacon: A Fusion of Oriental Artistry and Modern Aesthetics

Lichen Ding's Award-Winning Hotel Design Marries Ancient Rituals with Contemporary Context

The New Beacon project is a testament to the power of design to bridge the gap between the past and the future. The design is characterized by three entry courtyards and a series of progressive, contextually related spaces. The interplay of materials and the ever-changing dance of light and shadow create a captivating environment that resonates with the city's imperial, urban, and cultural veins.

The lobby, spanning 350 square meters and standing 4.5 meters tall, is a masterful blend of wood, glass, metal, and stone. The design team, including Qing Quan Hu, Hui Yu, and Min Zhang, has crafted a space that is both luxurious and artistic, modern yet deeply rooted in Chinese culture. The result is a space that is not just a hotel lobby, but a testament to the enduring allure of Chinese design.

One of the unique features of the New Beacon design is its interactive nature. The art corridor invites visitors to step into a magical space, offering a unique experience of interaction between space and visual illusion. The boundary-less space, with its seamless integration of indoor and outdoor elements, transports visitors on a journey through time, from the classical to the modern, the present to the future.

The design process was not without its challenges. The team had to explore interesting spatial layouts within a limited scale, and attempt to design the interior space in the form of architectural design. However, the result is a space where every corner captures a sense of space and artistic composition. The design tells a story, not just of a city, but of how a city nourishes contemporary human life with its context.

In conclusion, the New Beacon project is a shining example of how design can bridge the gap between the past and the future, the classical and the modern. It is a testament to the power of design to tell a story, to evoke emotions, and to create spaces that are not just functional, but also deeply meaningful. The project is a worthy recipient of the Silver A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award, and a testament to the enduring allure of Chinese design.