In Guilin, Guangxi, China, there is a hotel that offers a charming area that showcases nature’s beauty by providing lush trees and a little running river. The magnificent hotel, called the Guilin Lebei Homestay Hotel, was designed and developed by aoe architects, who were inspired by local traditional structures that serve as a kind of shelter with a wide view and designed to keep people safe and out of danger.
The structure is elevated 5 meters above the ground and aligned with the forest canopy. It is made up of 13 different units, each with its unique set of forms, regions, and shapes. Each unit is estimated to be 27 square meters, divided into two levels: the first contains a main hall that may be used by adults, while the second serves as a play area or a child's bedroom. A climbing ladder connects the two stories.
A raised walkway connects the hotel units and features slides, slings, and other entertainment facilities. It also has a garden and resting areas where you may admire the trees.
Images by: Runzi Zhu