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Ximo Wild Luxury Hotel

  • Prize
    Winner in Interior Design Resort – Boutique
  • Company/Firm
    SIER Design
  • Lead Designer
    Yang Wei, Luo Siyi
  • Other Designer(s)
    Wu Xinkang, Ouyang Jialiang
  • Photo Credit
    Dateng Photography
  • Location
    Gansu, China
  • Project Date
    August, 2025

When the profound heritage of Western Regions culture meets the majestic Gobi Desert, a poetic resort emerges, weaving nature, history, and modern living into one. Inspired by the forms and hues of the desert, the design transforms sand textures, light, and horizon lines into spatial language. The spiritual brilliance of the Mogao Grottoes and the nomadic spirit infuse the spaces with cultural depth and freedom. Light and shadow act as a poetic medium, turning each moment into a desert symphony of time. Local materials like rammed earth and sand allow the architecture to grow naturally from the land, while steel structures ensure stability in challenging terrain. Sustainable strategies—such as native planting, solar energy, and rainwater recycling—preserve the fragile ecosystem. The resort offers immersive experiences: stargazing, campfires, and panoramic views of Mingsha Mountain, blending cultural heritage with contemporary hospitality. It stands as a dialogue between humanity and nature, where technology and art coexist in harmony across the vast desert.