Shantou Marriott Hotel Moralo wa Kahare wa ho Amohela Baeti by Paul Liu

Shantou Marriott Hotel Moralo wa Kahare wa ho Amohela Baeti by Paul Liu is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Moputso oa Khauta oa A' Design Award in Moralo wa Sebaka sa Ka Hare le Dipontsho Competition Category.

KhautaKa Hare· 2025

Shantou Marriott Hotel Moralo wa Kahare wa ho Amohela Baeti

by Paul Liu

Client: PLD/Paul Liu Design Consultants Co., Ltd

Moputso oa Khauta oa A' Design Award Winner in Ka Hare Category

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The Design

About Shantou Marriott Hotel Moralo wa Kahare wa ho Amohela Baeti

Hotele ya Shantou Marriott e kopanya boiketlo ba kajeno le dintlha tsa moralo tse hlophiswang ka tlhokomelo ho hlompha bohwa ba setso sa sebaka. Ka diphaposi tse 300 tse atisang ho tlatsa, hotele e fa baeti sebaka sa kgotso le boiketlo, e ba kenyang leemong la phomolo. Moralo wa yona o bulehileng o kopanya ka bohlale dibaka tsa kahare le tsa kantle, o fang baeti phihlelo e monate ya bodulo. Ho feta moo, boqapi ba baetsi ba moralo ba ho sebedisa mebala e bonolo le e tlhaho bo theha tikoloho e khutsitseng le e phutholang, e ntlafatsang bodulo ba baeti ka kakaretso.

The Recognition

About the Moputso oa Khauta oa A' Design Award

Shantou Marriott Hotel Moralo wa Kahare wa ho Amohela Baeti ke mohapi oa Moputso oa Khauta oa A' Design Award, kananelo e hlomphehang haholo e fuoang meralo ea maemo a pele, e ntle ka ho makatsa le e ikhethang. Bahapi ba Khauta ke lintho tse hlahisitsoeng tse nang le mehopolo e mecha haholo, tse shebileng pele le tse khanyang ka ho foufatsa, tse bontšang botsebi, bohlale le bokhoni ba baqapi ba tsona. Shantou Marriott Hotel Moralo wa Kahare wa ho Amohela Baeti e lebelletsoe ho ba mohopolo o babatsoang haholo, o thehang mekhoa e mecha le o moholo, o tlisang boleng bo sa kang ba bonoa. Moralo ona o hapileng Moputso oa Khauta oa A' Design Award ke mosebetsi o tsosang maikutlo, o hlomphehang, o tlisang molemo o moholo le o sutumelletsang meeli ea bonono, mahlale, moralo le theknoloji. Shantou Marriott Hotel Moralo wa Kahare wa ho Amohela Baeti e hlahisa maikutlo a matla a takatso, e tsosa tjantjello, e khothalletsa boqapi mme e re khahlisa.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Nestled between mountains and overlooking the sea, the hotel showcases a perfect blend of modern luxury and meticulously curated design elements that honor the region's rich cultural heritage. With over 300 rooms often fully booked since its opening, the hotel guarantees guests a harmonious and tranquil escape during their travels, immersing them in a pleasant state of relaxation. Firstly, the hotel's overall layout exudes a sense of openness, cleverly integrating indoor and outdoor spaces through streamlined designs to provide guests with a delightful living experience. Secondly, the designers have demonstrated great ingenuity in their use of colors, primarily opting for soft, natural tones to create a serene and comfortable ambiance.
Dimensions & Packaging: The design of Shantou Marriott Hotel strikingly exemplifies the exquisite fusion of modernity and tradition, impressing visitors with its unique spatial experience. Upon entering the hotel, guests are immediately captivated by a colossal mural panel, measuring an impressive height 8150mm X width 4800 mm X 25 mm depth, which presents a reinterpretation of the "Four Gold Points" concept, a cherished aspect of Chaoshan's non-material cultural heritage.
Tags: modern luxury, the exquisite fusion of modernity and tradition, local landscapes, cultural motifs, Shantou Marriott Hotel
Production Technology: The quintessential representation of Lingnan's traditional folk housing, usually built with a timber framework and brick infill, employing materials such as green bricks, stone columns, and stone slabs. Its exterior walls are embellished with patterns of flowers and birds. This deconstructed and reimagined design not only showcases the rich cultural tapestry of the region but also underscores the hotel's commitment to preserving and celebrating local heritage through contemporary interior design practices.
Design Challenge: The design challenge of this hotel revolves around seamlessly integrating the local area's abundant geographical features. To achieve this, a meticulous approach to material selection is crucial, prioritizing durable and corrosion-resistant materials that can withstand the environmental conditions while enhancing the overall aesthetic. Additionally, the design process involves distilling the essence of the myriad traditional cultures within Chaoshan, incorporating elements that resonate with the region's heritage while creating a contemporary and inviting atmosphere.
Research: Walking into the hotel, you're greeted by a spacious and airy lobby adorned with sleek, contemporary decor. A remarkable artistic installation greets you, ingeniously deconstructed from the Chaoshan region.
This feature reinterpreting the local traditional culture and artistic ambience through modern design techniques.
Inspiration: The Shantou Marriott Hotel, nestled in the vibrant coastal city, is situated at the confluence of three rivers and boasts captivating scenery of Shantou's inner harbor, surrounded by mountains. It is a prime example of modern luxury combined with thoughtful design elements that pay homage to the region's rich cultural heritage. The hotel aims to offer guests a sophisticated retreat where comfort meets elegance everywhere, impressing visitors with its unique spatial experience.
Project Duration: The project started in March of 2018 and finished in May of 2021, and was opened in 2023 in Shantou, Guangdong Province, China.
Operation Flow: The Shantou Marriott Hotel boasts 315 meticulously crafted modern guest rooms and suites, each inspired by the rich intangible cultural heritage of Chaozhou and Shantou. Since its opening, the hotel has consistently maintained high occupancy rates, with over 300 rooms frequently operating at full capacity. It ensures that guests find a harmonious and tranquil oasis amidst their travels, enveloping them in a state of delightful relaxation and rejuvenation.
Team Members: Creative Director: Bo Liu
Image Credits: Paul Liu Design Consultants Co., Ltd