2025 | Professional

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When the profound heritage of Western Regions culture meets the majestic Gobi Desert, a cluster-style cultural resort emerges, weaving together nature, history, and contemporary leisure through design. Inspired by the “forms and hues of the desert,” the warm brown texture of sand, the vastness of the horizon, and the dynamic skyline all become the visual DNA of architecture and space. The sacred splendor of Mogao Grottoes culture injects historical depth, while the wisdom and romance of nomadic traditions infuse the soul, transforming buildings into vessels of freedom, migration, and reverence for nature rather than static containers.
Light and shadow serve as agile artistic languages. As sunlight shifts or moonlight pours in, each corner of the resort reveals a changing aesthetic, like a living poem of the desert’s days and nights. Dunhuang cultural motifs and natural elements are woven into public areas, private villas, and transitional spaces, ensuring a layered narrative of culture and landscape. Guests encounter surprise after surprise, with multi-dimensional experiences that encourage exploration and emotional connection.
Facing the extreme desert climate, the design team embraced ingenuity. To counter the difficulty of plant growth, a principle of working with local conditions was adopted, sustaining the oasis landscape with native species and efficient irrigation systems. Local natural materials, including rammed earth and desert sand, make the buildings appear as if grown from the land, embodying authenticity. Meanwhile, steel structures ensure stability on sandy foundations and allow bold architectural expressions, achieving balance between technology and artistry.
The resort elevates the vacation experience with diverse scenarios: rooftop terraces framing Mingsha Mountain, stargazing under vast skies, campfire gatherings, open-air cinema nights, lively bars, and rustic barbecues.
Sustainability remains a guiding principle. Existing greenery is preserved and enhanced, solar power systems reduce energy reliance, rainwater harvesting supports irrigation, and sewage treatment protects fragile ecosystems. Through these strategies, the project minimizes ecological impact while maximizing vitality.
The resort becomes more than a destination: it's a cultural vessel, a natural sanctuary, and a technological experiment that harmonizes art, environment, and humanity. Across the desert, it creates a dual realm of tangible leisure and profound spiritual fulfillment.
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Scholar Design Studio
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Interior Design - Residential
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YEAP LAB Design
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Interior Design - Retails, Shops, Department Stores & Mall
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UrbanCarve Architects firm
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Architectural Design - Residential
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CYCU Ph. D. Program in Design
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Interior Design - Residential