"NI HAO," a simple yet meaningful Chinese greeting, shapes the heart of "NI HAO Hotel," creating a warm and culturally rich experience for guests.
Cultural Symbols We incorporate the calabash, symbolizing blessings and safety, along with the number '8' for prosperity, infusing the space with distinctly Chinese elements and a sense of infinite possibility.
Inviting Spaces Nestled within lively markets, "NI HAO Hotel" offers a welcoming atmosphere with reimagined lobbies and “Punk Wellness” areas, blending functionality with cultural warmth and connection.
Thoughtful Layouts From public spaces to guest rooms, efficient layouts support varied guest needs, where even a simple "NI HAO" becomes a heartfelt, memorable greeting.
Brand Essence Guided by the spirit of "NI HAO," the hotel delivers friendly, inclusive design, standing out in the economy hotel sector by creating approachable and universally welcoming spaces.
Bio Founded in 2002 in Shanghai, Vermilion Zhou Design Group has completed over 1,000 projects across diverse spaces. Rooted in a contemporary Oriental perspective, its designs blend tradition with modernity, prioritizing practicality, aesthetics, and human-centred experiences.
With deep expertise in hospitality design, the firm has developed numerous hotel brands, enhancing stays for over 100 million guests. Committed to innovation and excellence, Vermilion Zhou Design Group creates spaces that inspire, enrich, and endure—bringing design’s value and beauty to more people.
Other prizes Intercity Hotel 2023 WIN AWARDS Silver Winner – Hotel & Other Overnight Accommodations 2022 LIV Hospitality Design Awards, Honorable Mention in Interior Design Intercity Bar 2023 LIT Lighting Design Awards – Winner in Bar & Restaurant Lighting Design 2023 Architizer A+Award Special Mention – Hospitality: Bars & Wineries Ji Hotel 2024 Interior Design Best of Year Awards Honoree 2017 Silver A’ Design Award Joya Hotel Joya Hotel Shanghai Xujiahui – 2018 WIN (World Interior News) Awards Joya Hotel Hangzhou – 2020 Interior Design Best of Year Awards Crystal Orange Hote 2023 LIT Lighting Design Awards – Winner in Hospitality Lighting Design 2023 Good Design Award Winner – Construction (Industry & Commercial Facility) 2022 LIV Hospitality Design Awards – Jury's Top Pick & Winner in Interior Design (Hotel – Midscale & Lifestyle) Ni Hao Hotel (Brand Upgrade) 2024 WIN AWARDS Silver Winner – Hotel & Other Overnight Accommodations Rugao Shen Cheng Nursing Home 2023 Good Design Award Winner – Housing (Medium to Large Sized Housing Complex & Cohousing) Jiading Public Library 2016 Elected as Shanghai's Most Beautiful Library 2013 Interior Design Best of Year, Public Space BOY, NY, USA Song Art Museum 2021 Architizer A+Firm Award 2018 ICONIC AWARDS – Innovative Architecture 2018 A’Design Award – Gold 2018 Interior Design's Best of Year Awards 2018 Design Anthology Awards Hai Di Lao Hot Pot Restaurant 2018 German Design Award – Special Mention 2018 iF Design Award H World Group Global Headquarters 2024 Jury Winner – Archello Awards, Office Interior of the Year (Large Category) YIN XI Teahouse 2024 IES Illumination Award of Merit – Interior Lighting Design 2023 LIT Lighting Design Awards – Winner in Interior Architectural Illumination Green Massage 2022 WIN AWARDS – Gold in Leisure & Entertainment (Spas, Health Clubs, Gyms) 2022 A+Awards – Special Mention in Architecture + Light
