InterContinental Shanghai Di Shui Hu

InterContinental Shanghai Di Shui Hu represents the pinnacle of contemporary Chinese resort hotel design, with its success rooted in a triple unity: the harmony of architectural form and natural imagery, the integration of spatial function and experiential storytelling, and the fusion of local culture with modern aesthetics. This "sea flower" in bloom sets a new benchmark for waterfront resort hotel design—demonstrating that commercial value, artistic expression, and ecological sustainability can coexist perfectly. Its design language will continue to influence a new generation of hotel creations, driving the industry’s paradigm shift from "form follows function" to "form follows emotion." The design deconstructs and reassembles elements such as water reflections, ripples, and shells, transforming them into an artistic language within the space through modern materials and craftsmanship. The giant "stamen" chandelier in the lobby atrium not only metaphorically echoes the building’s exterior shape but also serves as the core visual focus guiding foot traffic, achieving a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor narratives.