The hotel is situated in the southeastern part of Datong's ancient city. Its architecture continues the stylistic symbols of the core preservation zone of the ancient city, achieving a natural transition from tradition to modernity.
The divine light of the Yungang Grottoes, the artifacts of multi-ethnic integration, and the rhythmic beauty of the script of the Wei Stelae all serve as inexhaustible sources of inspiration for the project, transforming into warm and tangible cultural memories within the space. In designing the hotel interiors, CCD took "Dreaming Back to Pingcheng" as the core theme, meticulously crafting a "Fivefold Realms" spatial narrative system to guide guests into an immersive journey through the Northern Wei Dynasty.
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The dining area draws inspiration from the banquet rituals of the Tang Dynasty, integrating the imperial aesthetics of Northern Shanxi to create a social space that balances a sense of ceremony with comfort. The spatial layout subtly reflects the hierarchical order of Shanxi’s traditional "five-courtyard progression," yet avoids rigid replication. The elegance of Jin-style imperial design is abstracted and modernized, woven into both the structural framework and decorative details.
The design of the swimming pool is subtly inspired by the concept of a "grotto heavens and blessed lands" from the Yungang Grottoes. Shimmering light and shadow play across the water surface and walls, evoking a mystical and tranquil atmosphere.
