2026 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Platinum Winner

XINGHE CLOUDSCAPE GROVE CLUB

Entrant

MTO DESIGN

Category

Interior Design - Recreation Spaces

Client's Name

Xinghe Real Estate South China Company

Country / Region

China

The project is situated in the heart of Panyu, Guangzhou, within the Lingnan cultural context. The design aims to blend the ancient wisdom of the Yuyin Mountain Villa with modern desires for natural living and spiritual connection. The core concept, "CLOUDSCAPE GROVE," guides the integration of soft decoration into the space, fostering a warm, cultural environment through a curated selection of furniture, ornaments, lighting, and displays. The design not only enhances the architectural base but also reflects the essence of Lingnan culture through artistic expressions in contemporary soft decoration.
Inspired by the gardening philosophy of Yuyin Mountain Villa, the design focuses on the symbolic elements of nature and cultural refinement. Soft decoration is used to evoke the warmth, flexibility, and elegance found in traditional Lingnan architecture, while integrating feng shui principles and literati aesthetics. Through artistic interpretations of furniture lines, ornament shapes, and display logic, the design brings ancient charm into the modern world.
Materials and technologies are carefully selected to balance luxury and natural warmth. Warm wood furniture, bronze ornaments, translucent fabrics, and natural stones are chosen for their connection to Lingnan's material aesthetics. Traditional elements like purple sand, porcelain, and gold foil are employed for tea sets and artwork, further anchoring the design in cultural tradition. Soft lighting techniques, including the use of art lamps and strategic lighting contrasts, help to shape the space’s atmosphere, guiding the user’s experience through layered lighting.
The design also emphasizes the seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces. By selecting natural textures, green plant-themed ornaments, and furniture that echoes Lingnan garden elements, the design creates a visual bridge between nature and the interior environment. This approach ensures that soft decoration is not only an aesthetic element but also a medium that connects people with their surroundings, creating a spiritual sanctuary for modern living.

Credits

Client Team
Gong Xuefeng
Client Team
Cao Jieru
Client Team
Zhong Guandong
Project Photography
Huang Miangui
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