Taking advantage of an abandoned quarry in Shanghai, China, architecture firm Atkins designed the Songjiang Hotel. The surreal accommodation fully integrates the quarry into its design as it's built straight into a sheer wall. Since the quarry is filled with water, it acts as a secluded sanctuary complete with a peaceful lake.
The Songjiang takes advantage of its prime location by presenting visitors with some amazing features. Atkins designed the hotel to have a giant waterfall that drops off from the top of the building into the artificial lake below. In addition, the architecture firm planned for a sports facility that features rock climbing and bungee jumping straight off the quarry.
In addition to bein technologically advanced, the building is also eco-friendly. The Songjiang plans to use geothermal power to keep the hotel running.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Secluded Sanctuary Hotels
- Opportunity for the hospitality industry to create unique and immersive accommodations that integrate natural landscapes and offer exclusive experiences.
- Vertical Architecture
- Potential for architectural firms to explore building structures into existing landscapes, such as quarries or cliffs, to create visually stunning and eco-friendly designs.
- Eco-friendly Technologies
- Demand for sustainable energy solutions in the hospitality industry, such as geothermal power, presents an opportunity for innovation and cost-saving operations.
Sectors Adopting This
- Hospitality
- Hotels and resorts can leverage the concept of secluded sanctuary accommodations to cater to customers looking for unique and immersive experiences.
- Architecture
- Architectural firms can explore incorporating vertical designs into natural landscapes, providing innovative and visually captivating structures.
- Renewable Energy
- The hospitality industry can embrace eco-friendly technologies like geothermal power, reducing carbon emissions and attracting environmentally conscious customers.
