InterContinental Shanghai Dishui Lake

The InterContinental Shanghai Dishui Lake "represents the pinnacle of contemporary Chinese resort hotel design, with its success rooted in three unifying principles: the harmony between architectural form and natural imagery, the integration of spatial functionality with experiential storytelling, and the fusion of local culture with modern aesthetics. The blossoming of this 'ocean flower' sets a new benchmark for waterfront resort design—demonstrating how commercial value, artistic expression, and ecological sustainability can coexist in perfect synergy. Its design language will continue to influence the next generation of hotel creations, driving the industry's shift from 'form follows function' to 'form follows emotion.' The design deconstructs and reinterprets elements like water reflections, ripples, and seashells, transforming them into artistic spatial expressions through modern materials and craftsmanship. The grand 'stamen' chandelier in the atrium lobby not only metaphorically echoes the building's exterior but also serves as a central visual anchor, seamlessly bridging indoor and outdoor narratives."