WIP 2017 PROJECT NAME Xiamen Baitang Bay Resort CHALLENGE: This project will be the first resort in Baitang Bay, part of a larger development plan which will create an exciting seaside tourist destination. As the first project to be developed, we need to set the tone for the future development our aim is to create a leisurely and contemporary tropical architecture. The site itself is very irregular, long and narrow in shape. While the views and terrain provide a wonderful context for a resort, planning the circulation and function spaces requires careful work to fit the restrictive site. STRATEGY: PROJECT LOCATION: Xiamen TEAM: Bin Cao White Wang Kang Yu Joyce Shao Shaun Shi Samuel Reilly As a seaside resort in verdant southeast China, this is a project about the experience of water. The broad flowing lines of the design mimic the feel of flowing currents, and the shimmering facade reflects the play of waves on the sea. From the details to the overall form, this resort will be an immersive experience about the sea. In the humid subtropical climate of Xiamen ample ventilation and protection from solar heat gain are the most essential sustainable strategies. The broad overhanging balconies protect the hotel guestrooms from direct sunlight while providing excellent views. The long narrow form of the buildings allows excellent cross ventilation by the strong sea breeze. Sweeping roofs along the podium provide roof garden space for guests while shading the function rooms from direct sunlight and heat gain. RESULTS/IMPACT: This project is already under construction. After built, it will be the first resort in Baitang Bay and create an exciting seaside tourist destination, also a landmark of that area. OFFICE: Shanghai ID#: 186
DREAM OF AQUA BAITANG BAY HOTEL, XIAMEN, CHINA
THE CHALLENGE This project will be the first resort in Baitang Bay, part of a larger development plan which will create an exciting seaside tourist destination. As the first project to be developed, we need to set the tone for the future development our aim is to create a leisurely and contemporary UE VEN TA N RO AF SE Hotel School 路 环 北 School SITE tropical architecture. The site itself is very irregular, long and narrow in shape. While the views and terrain provide a wonderful context Hotel Park for a resort, planning the circulation and function spaces requires careful work to fit the restrictive site. Hotel Park
MASTERPLAN CIRCULATION DIAGRAM FUNCTION DIAGRAM VIEW DIAGRAM
TRANSLATING THE AQUA CYCLE INTO THE CENTER THE AQUA IS IN ETERNAL TRANSFORMATION, ITS ENERGY ALWAYS CHANGING. The aqua cycle is timeless: water changes from cloud,to rain, to river in different times of day and in different seasons. CLOUDS THE CONCEPT SUSTAINABLE DESIGN SUMMARY As a seaside resort in verdant southeast China, this is a project about the experience In the humid subtropical climate of Xiamen ample ventilation and of water. The broad flowing lines of the design mimic the feel of flowing currents, and protection from solar heat gain are the most essential sustainable RIVER RAIN the shimmering facade reflects the play of waves on the sea. From the details to the strategies. The broad overhanging balconies protect the hotel overall form, this resort will be an immersive experience about the sea. guestrooms from direct sunlight while providing excellent views. The long narrow form of the buildings allows excellent cross ventilation With Silver Beach framed views, impeccable service, and iconic architectural by the strong sea breeze. Sweeping roofs along the podium provide expressions, the luxury resort of Baitang Bay is not only a resort, but also offers an roof garden space for guests while shading the function rooms from unmatched vacation experience. direct sunlight and heat gain. MAIN SECTION EXCITING & UPLIFTING CALMING & REFLECTIVE REFRESHING & NOURISHING
DREAM OF AQUA NATURAL MATERIAL The material pallet reflects the qualities of Baitang Bay s natural setting. Warm golden sandstone complements the sandy beaches, while natural and lacquered wood accent recall the historic sail ships for which Xiamen was once famous. Curving glazed facades and a patterned waterfall curtainwall imitate the soft blue waves of the nearby sea.