2026 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Gold Winner

Wuxi Taihu Hotel – Lobby Renovation & Soft Furnishings

Entrant

Gold Mantis - Yafei Wang

Category

Interior Design - Renovation 

Client's Name

Wuxi Taihu Hotel Co., Ltd.

Country / Region

China

About The Entry

The dining renovation design is inspired by Wuxi’s long-standing cultural heritage, Jiangnan regional aesthetics, and the natural rhythm of seasonal changes. Through the combination of traditional Chinese design philosophy and contemporary hospitality requirements, the project creates a sophisticated dining environment where history, art, and daily experiences are seamlessly connected.

The soft furnishing design establishes different spatial narratives through a seasonal color system, carefully selected materials, decorative patterns, and artistic arrangements. Each dining space is given a unique identity through traditional Chinese colors that correspond with the characteristics of different seasons. Warm and auspicious tones create a lively atmosphere for spring celebrations, while calm and elegant shades express the quiet charm of winter. Fresh green hues capture the vitality of summer, and deeper earth-inspired tones reflect the richness and maturity of autumn. This seasonal approach allows guests to experience changing emotions and atmospheres throughout the dining journey.

Beyond color expression, the design integrates the cultural essence of Wuxi through furniture, artwork, and traditional craftsmanship. Contemporary interpretations of Chinese furniture forms are combined with refined fabrics, natural materials, and handcrafted details to create a balance between heritage and modern elegance. Local intangible cultural heritage elements, including embroidery, bamboo carving, and clay figurines, are carefully displayed within the interior, transforming circulation areas into cultural galleries that showcase regional identity.

The wall art design further strengthens the connection between space and culture by incorporating seasonal floral compositions, traditional decorative motifs, and curated craft displays. These artistic details enrich the visual experience while allowing guests to discover the natural beauty and craftsmanship of Wuxi.

Through the thoughtful integration of color, material, art, and spatial storytelling, the design transforms the dining environment into an immersive cultural experience. It preserves the spirit of traditional Chinese aesthetics while introducing contemporary expressions, creating a hospitality space that reflects regional character, emotional warmth, and modern lifestyle values.

Credits

Chief Designer
Yafei Wang
Assistant Designer
Jun Liu
Assistant Designer
Quanbin Li
Assistant Designer
Li Nie
Assistant Designer
Kai Xia
Assistant Designer
Ruoxi Hu
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