Nestled in an urban setting yet enveloped by greenery, this 2,000-square-meter boutique hotel reinterprets Eastern aesthetics through a modern lens, creating a serene oasis of 40 guest rooms and immersive public spaces. Guided by the concept of “modern form, Eastern charm”, the design draws on natural elements, layered spatial experiences, and cultural subtleties to craft a tranquil retreat for city dwellers and travelers alike.
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SFEEL Design Hotel Tangshan
Hospitality & Restaurant Interior Built
Firm
HUANG Renqi
Designer
HUANG Renqi
Design Team
YANG Jin, LIANG Shiyu, TANG Shuangquan
Location
Floor 22, Tower C, Sun City Office Building, Beixin West Road, Lubei District, Tangshan, Hebei, China
Country
China
Photographer/Copyright
Photo by HE Chuan from Here Space Photography
The public areas unfold like a landscaped journey. A cascading arrangement of tropical broad-leaved plants, moss carpets, and hanging gardens blurs the boundary between architecture and nature. Elevated walkways and sunken lounges interlace with water features and soft lighting, allowing guests to meander through shifting perspectives of light, shadow, and foliage—an interpretation of the traditional Chinese garden experience in contemporary form.
Guest rooms embrace calm minimalism with clean lines and tactile warmth. Wooden panels, textured stone, and linen furnishings form a restrained palette, while ink-wash inspired wall art, custom screen partitions, and handcrafted ceramic lamps add delicate Oriental character. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame lush courtyards or vertical gardens, making nature an integral part of each private space.
The social heart of the hotel is shaped by layered platforms and translucent partitions, creating zones that balance openness with intimacy. A tea room, reading lounge, and meditation alcoves are strategically hidden amidst greenery, echoing the Eastern philosophy of “a winding path leading to seclusion.” Natural ventilation, filtered daylight, and soft acoustic treatments enhance sensory comfort throughout.
This boutique hotel is more than a place to stay—it is a contemporary sanctuary where modern architectural precision and traditional cultural spirit coexist. Through its harmony of spatial rhythm, natural textures, and poetic details, it offers guests a slow, immersive experience that redefines the relationship between design, nature, and living.