Tianjiao International, Dongguan

The project is situated at the foot of Huangqi Mountain in Dongguan – the highest peak in Lingnan and the city’s millennia-old natural "dragon vein" totem. The design team incorporated Huangqi Mountain’s essence of "mountain, water, and dragon vein" into the garden, integrating its ancient trees and stones. Overlooking the mountain from above, the design harmonizes with Huangqi Mountain’s landscape, positioning Tianjiao International as an extension of the mountain to create a distinctive urban forest luxury residence.
The garden concept draws inspiration from "Haishan Xianguan", Lingnan’s premier private garden known as the "Crown of South China". It interprets the garden’s five spiritual elements – "vast mountains and clear waters", "pavilions and terraces", "elegant gatherings and banquets", "exquisite craftsmanship", and "thoughtful cultural heritage replication" – through an "International Oriental" aesthetic. This approach crafts a luxurious, secluded residential experience in Dongguan, blending distinctive Eastern character with international sophistication within the landscape.
In design innovation, Tianjiao International adopts a "garden-first, residence-second" principle. Mountains and waters shape the garden, wood and stone evoke emotional resonance, and architectural luxury is accentuated. The project opens with an international hotel-grade entrance, while the "Yuanshan Stream" flows through both parks, forming a symbolic "two dragons playing with a pearl" water system – the garden’s dragon vein. Within this space, visitors experience exquisite Eastern luxury alongside dynamic horticultural displays centered on the timeless pine theme.
Amid market pressures, design became the key differentiator. By precisely targeting the audience and leveraging Huangqi Mountain’s "Number One" status and the prestige of the "Crown of South China – Haishan Xianguan" , the design team created uniquely rare garden landscapes. Deep exploration of local cultural elements formed the competitive edge.