# Rocky Ravine Hotels Shimao Wonderland Intercontinental by Atkins is Riveting By Kevin Young | Published 2012-05-08 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shimao-wonderland-intercontinental-by-atkins References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/9/view/20937/atkins-shimao-wonderland-intercontinental.html) & [atkinsglobal](http://www.atkinsglobal.com/) Currently under construction near Shanghai in Songjiang, China, the 'Shimao Wonderland Intercontinental' by Atkins is going to be one hell of a [rocky getaway experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intaaya-retreat). Hotel dwellers will be provided with ultimate panoramic views of the ravine filled with water and rock formations. The area is currently depleted with man-made structures, but this 17-storey structure is sure to bring some rowdiness to the region. The tower stands only two storeys above ground, while the rest is embedded 80 meters deep along a [rock face](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountain-chamber). Communal facilities include a swimming pool, recreational area, conference centers and banquet halls that comfortably fit up to 1,000 people. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/9/view/20937/atkins-shimao-wonderland-intercontinental.html), [atkinsglobal](http://www.atkinsglobal.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Hip Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/hiphotels) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Rocky Getaway Hotels:** There is an opportunity to create more hotels that offer unique experiences in rocky landscapes, providing stunning panoramic views and embedded structures. - **Man-made Ravine Attractions:** Developing attractions in man-made ravines can bring excitement and adventure to previously undeveloped areas, attracting tourists and adventurers. - **Deep Embedding Architecture:** The concept of embedding buildings deep into rock faces presents an opportunity for innovative architecture and sustainable design in challenging landscapes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Hotel and Lodging Industry:** This industry can explore new opportunities in designing and constructing unique hotels in rocky landscapes to attract adventurous travelers. - **Tourism and Leisure Industry:** Developing man-made ravine attractions can create new opportunities for the tourism and leisure industry to offer unique and thrilling experiences. - **Architecture and Construction Industry:** The concept of deep embedding architecture presents opportunities for innovative design and construction techniques in challenging landscapes and environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sculptural Concrete Hotel Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleeping-lab.md) - [Stone-Like Discreet Glass Viewpoints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drifting-stones.md) - [Rock‑Like Coastal Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nature-rocks-visitor-centre.md) - [Cave-Style Coastal Viewpoints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-insight-cave-space.md) - [Nature-Inspired Poolside Homestay](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miyue-blue-and-white-island-pool-homestay.md) - [Tranquil Island Wellness Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanya-wellness-retreat.md) - [Whimsical Urban Hotel Extensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artyzen-new-bund-31.md) - [Zenith Retreat Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/not-a-hotel-1.md) - [Landscape-Concealed Cultural Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chaohu-natural-and-cultural-centre.md)