Silver A' Design Award Winner 2025
LINXIN LIU's Misoohi Resort Hotel emerges against a twilight sky transitioning from coral-tinged horizon through cerulean to deepening ultramarine, presenting a striking architectural composition dominated by pristine white surfaces that capture and reflect ambient illumination with remarkable luminosity. The primary focal point commands attention through a dramatic sculptural gateway element rising vertically from the entrance, its organic forms suggesting unfurling petals or ascending flames rendered in smooth, curved white surfaces highlighted by linear illumination that traces golden-warm contours against the cooling evening atmosphere. The building facade employs a rhythmic colonnade of Gothic-inspired pointed arches arranged in two horizontal registers, the upper level featuring taller proportions with glazed apertures revealing warm interior lighting, while the lower perimeter wall presents a continuous arcade of smaller arches functioning as visual screening that permits glimpses of landscaped gardens beyond. The compositional architecture adheres to approximate bilateral symmetry with the sculptural entrance feature positioned slightly left of center, creating dynamic asymmetrical balance while establishing clear axial orientation. The chromatic palette operates within a sophisticated limited range of titanium white, warm amber accent lighting, cerulean through ultramarine atmospheric gradients, and touches of autumnal foliage in distant tree masses. Tonal relationships demonstrate masterful high-key handling in the architectural elements contrasted against the medium-to-dark values of the evening sky, establishing strong figure-ground separation. The lighting paradigm combines natural twilight atmospheric illumination with strategic architectural lighting that emphasizes volumetric forms through edge-highlighting techniques, creating a warm-cool temperature dialogue between interior amber glows and exterior blue-hour coolness. Shadow behavior remains subtle given the diffused natural light, though the sculptural gateway casts gentle gradations. Spatial construction employs atmospheric perspective in the distant forested hillside rendered in muted blue-greens, while the foreground roadway and architectural mass occupy immediate picture plane proximity. The surface textures suggest smooth rendered concrete or plaster with matte finish, while the sculptural element exhibits polished smoothness catching subtle reflections. Edge treatment throughout maintains crisp definition befitting architectural photography, with hard contours delineating forms against sky. Stylistically, the work resonates with contemporary organic architecture drawing upon Art Nouveau curvilinear traditions while incorporating neo-Gothic pointed arch vocabulary, suggesting affinities with the biomorphic architectural explorations seen in works by Santiago Calatrava and Zaha Hadid. The atmospheric resonance conveys serene monumentality, inviting contemplation of sanctuary and arrival, the architecture framing threshold between everyday world and elevated hospitality experience.
Misoohi is located in Tangkou Town at the foot of Mount Huang, a major tourist destination. Covering 7 acres with 4,500 square meters of built-up area, it offers a retreat from city life. The striking white facade provides great photo opportunities. With no fixed routines, guests experience surprises at every turn. Designed to contrast with local Huizhou architecture, Misoohi redefines modern tourism by linking with Mount Huang, becoming a must-visit and contributing to local tourism development.