Located in the serene and historic Dangkou Ancient Town, Hotel Wuxi’s design embodies the soul of an elegant Jiangnan-style water town, where canals delicately weave through and graceful stone moon bridges arch over the waterways. An integrated design honoring these traditions has been crafted, where stories of culture and history come to life in every corner.
Guests are invited to journey through time. Celebrating the legacy of intellectual luminary grandmaster Hua Tai Shi, each space reflects aspects of his life—from social gatherings to poetry, culinary arts and spiritual pursuits. The themes from Hua’s poetry are translated into elements that define the character of spaces. Materials were chosen for their ability to age beautifully— creating sensory consistency while orchestrating guests’ movement through light and shadow, enclosure and openness. Every surface tells a part of Hua’s story, from the smoothness of polished wood to the intricacy of silk tapestry, complemented by distinct scents and sounds that evoke emotions and memory. Through this deep connection, guest becomes part of a living story, a narrative about learning and inspiration as well as relaxation and luxury.
Bio Founded in Honolulu in 1945 by George ‘Pete’ Wimberly, WATG is the preeminent leader in integrated luxury hospitality design. Comprising five studios – Advisory, Master Planning, Architecture, Landscape and Wimberly Interiors, WATG design spaces that respect, protect and enhance the natural magic of their surroundings while delivering long-term value for clients and communities. As of 2023, its global yet local team across offices in Honolulu, Tustin (California), Los Angeles, New York, London, Singapore and Shanghai – has designed and delivered over 500 built projects in 170 countries.
Other prizes AGA KHAN AWARD FOR ARCHITECTURE 1981-83 Cycle Tanjong Jara Resort, Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia WORLD ARCHITECTURE FESTIVAL 2019 2019 Hotel + Leisure Completed Buildings - Shortlisted Nobu Hotel Los Cabos SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS Gold Award 2019 2019 Jinshuo Hotel + Resort, China CREDAWARD 2020, Mixed-Use Silver The Ritz-Carlton Xi'an Mixed-Use AHEAD GLOBAL 2022, Transport / Winner Belmond Venice-Simplon-Orient Express PARIS DESIGN AWARDS 2022 2022 Urban Design - International La Cadiere Lake City, China The International Hotel & Property Awards 2023 Best Hotel Design APAC Yanbai Villa, Beijing China HOSPITALITY DESIGN MAGAZINE 2023 2023 Best Suites Belmond Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
