A cluster of buildings interconnected by sweeping, tentacle-like canopies form The Spine Resort, a rural resort that Hong Kong studio AIM Architecture has completed in Sichuan.
Located next to a lake an hour's drive south of Chengdu, the resort was designed to resemble organically growing ecosystems, with covered walkways connecting each building.
AIM Architecture has completed a rural resort in Sichuan with tentacle-like canopies
AIM Architecture's use of interconnected structures was informed by local villages, which are known for their informal arrangements of separated buildings arranged around gardens, fields, and forested areas.
"The architectural design concept originated from traditional Sichuan dwellings with contemporary design language merged on top," the studio told Dezeen. "We strived to integrate the architecture with the local culture throughout the design." The Spine Resort incorporates a network of weaving roads and pavements
Nestled amongst smaller, curved gardens as well as a network of weaving roads and pavements, the buildings are small-scale timber structures with organic forms placed to offer privacy and frame views of the popular Qiujiayan Lake.
Between the buildings, small gardens, pools, and walkways were created.
"The design deliberately avoids huge building volumes and arranges small-scale buildings in organic forms, ensuring that living spaces and public spaces are connected in interesting ways," said the studio.
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