Few places on earth rival the grandeur of the Bund in Shanghai, where a mere stretch of the riverbank encapsulates the essence of global architectural and cultural influences. Here, traditions meet the modern, the East mingles with the West, and innovation thrives against a backdrop of rich historical splendor.
Project name
Regent Shanghai on the Bund
Architecture firm
East China Architectural Design & Research Institute (ECADI)
Location
No. 60 Huangpu Road, Hongkou District, Shanghai
Completion year
December 2023
Collaborators
VI design: CCD·ATG BEYOND. Material platform: IDEAFUSION
Interior design
CCD / Cheng Chung Design (HK)
Lighting
CCD / Cheng Chung Design (HK)
Client
The Seagull on the Bund Shanghai
Typology
Hospitality › Hotel
The project involves a complete interior and exterior transformation of an existing hotel in Plovdiv, formerly known as Hotel Nord. The building is located in a key area near the International Fair.
Project name
Hotel Hello Plovdiv
Architecture firm
Simple Architecture
Location
Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Photography
Simple Architecture
Principal architect
Alexander Yonchev
Design team
Alexander Yonchev, Monica Stoykova, Sonya Petrova
Tools used
AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop
Typology
Hospitality › Hotel
The Sea of Galilee in Israel - as well as the churches, holy sites, and ancient mosaics surrounding it - serve as a historical and cultural focal point attracting many. Very recently, the Nevel David Galilee Resort was inaugurated nearby - a unique and inspiring complex that springs from the earth and resembles in its shape King David's harp.
Project name
Between Past, Present and Future
Architecture firm
Miloslavsky Architects
Photography
Michael Azoulay
Design team
Michael Azoulay
Interior design
Michael Azoulay
Visualization
Michael Azoulay
Client
Nevel David Galilee
Typology
Hospitality › Hotel
The Brutalist architecture that defies convention and blends harmoniously with the lush nature of the Oaxacan coast defines the sublime experience of Casa TO, in vibrant Punta de Zicatela.
Architecture firm
Ludwig Godefroy
Location
La Punta Zicatela, Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Mexico
Photography
Jaime Navarro
Principal architect
Ludwig Godefroy
Design team
Surreal Estate
Collaborators
Bamburen (Furnishing)
Interior design
Daniel Cinta
Landscape
Gisela Kenigsberg and Daniel Cinta
Material
Concrete, steel, clay, and wood
Typology
Hospitality › Boutique Hotel
Weizhou Island, Guangxi, is hailed as “China’s most island beautiful” for its magnificent sea views, gentle climate and colorful scenery. It’s a perfect place to seek peace of mind and a sanctuary to explore the hidden secret of the sea.
Architecture firm
Funs Creative Design Consultant
Location
Weizhou Island, Guangxi, China
Photography
Liu Wei, Leng Feng
Principal architect
Luo Bin
Design team
Feng Hao, Zhang Hongming, Zhou Zengni
Lighting
Owen Lighting Design
Typology
Hospitality › Hotel
S.U.M. Apart is a space designed to offer tranquility and disconnection for visitors, integrating design, comfort, and regional identity. Located in Mina Clavero, Córdoba, its simple design focuses on creating a recreational and relaxing environment for an apart hotel.
Project name
S.U.M. APART
Architecture firm
LOMA Arq+
Location
Mina Clavero, Córdoba, Argentina
Photography
Gonzalo Viramonte
Principal architect
Rosica Lorena, Williams Matías
Material
Brick, Concrete, Wood, Glass
Typology
Hospitality › Hotel
Designer Zhang Haihua has completed a boutique hotel project in the ancient city district of Suzhou, transforming three existing residential buildings into a courtyard building whose layout is inspired by the region’s traditional Jiangnan-style houses.
Project name
Hua Xu Boutique Hotel
Location
Pingjiang Street, Suzhou City, China
Principal architect
Zhang Haihua
Design team
Wang Xiao, Sun Huihui
Built area
1,000 m²; Courtyard area: 300 m²
Collaborators
Suzhou Uliving Trading Co., Ltd.
Interior design
Z+H Renhai Design
Landscape
Z+H Renhai Design
Typology
Hospitality › Hotel
In the hospitality industry, designing spaces that cater to both relaxation and entertainment is key to enhancing guest experiences. Modern hotels are increasingly integrating play zones—areas where guests of all ages can unwind, have fun, and engage in various activities. Creating an architectural balance between luxurious comfort and playful ener...
