# Luxurious Lifestyle Hotels The New Le Méridien Zhengzhou Hotel is Contemporary and Cultural By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-07-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-mridien-zhengzhou References: [knstrct](http://www.knstrct.com/travel-blog/2014/7/2/le-meridien-hotel-zhengzhou) & [en.neriandhu](http://en.neriandhu.com) This stunning new 28-storey luxury hotel Le Méridien Zhengzhou was designed by Shanghai-based architectural office Neri & Hu. Located in Zhengzhou, China, the Le Méridien Zhengzhou is like a wonderland that mixes historical traditions with modernity. With 350 rooms and suits for guests to enjoy, the hotel does a beautiful job at juxtaposing raw cultural elements with contemporary art and design. The lifestyle-themed hub uses an earthy palette for its interiors that complements the floor-to-ceiling windows that allow for plenty of sunshine to steam in. However, it's the the architectural design of the hotel that is unique. The design has a archive look to it that is novel and timeless -- the archives are made of concrete and look like stacked metal boxes which are textured with motifs of the symbolic China Rose flower on the sides. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.7/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Luxury Lifestyle Hotels:** The upscale hotel industry can explore innovative ways to blend local cultural elements with contemporary design. - **Juxtaposition of Cultural and Modern Elements:** Incorporating contrasting design elements can create a unique and unforgettable experience for guests. - **Use of Earthy Palette for Interiors:** A natural and subdued color scheme can complement the use of large windows to create bright yet soothing spaces. ### Who This Affects Most - **Hospitality Industry:** Hotels can differentiate themselves and attract guests by mixing local traditions with modernity. - **Architectural and Design Industry:** Design firms can explore ways to incorporate cultural elements into modern structures, creating visually striking buildings. - **Tourism Industry:** The trend towards lifestyle hotels that mix cultural and modern elements can attract a new segment of travelers who seek unique and personalized experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tall Mumbai-Based Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-meridien-hotels-resorts.md) - [Contemporary Sleek Boutique Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ni-hao-hotel.md) - [Sculptural Concrete Hotel Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleeping-lab.md) - [Modern Traditional Japanese Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shinmozen.md) - [Mansion-Topped Surreal Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marison-heler.md) - [Tranquil Island Wellness Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanya-wellness-retreat.md) - [Home-Comfort Muted Tonal Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yingnflo.md) - [Reimagined Landmark Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telegraph-hotel-tbilisi.md) - [Historic District Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-architecture-studio-1.md)