2026 | Professional

French Design Awards Gold Winner

NOVOTEL YANGQUAN HIGH-TECH ZONE

Entrant Company

WE Design

Category

Interior Design - Hospitality

Client's Name

Country / Region

China

Located in the Yangquan Digital Economy Industrial Park, the project enjoys convenient transportation and a prominent location, offering business and leisure travelers an international hospitality experience that is both refined and affordable.
The hotel’s design embraces the aesthetic philosophy of “less is more.” The lobby employs a naturally minimalist design language to create a welcoming space that combines modernity with a human touch. Within a simple framework, the clever interplay of materials and colors lends the space a distinct personality. The reception area features marble with a cold and austere texture, establishing a clam, elegant tone. Classic black-and-white patterned tiles pave the floor, while the ceiling draws on the building facade’s geometric design, which not only enriches the visual hierarchy but also complements the overall minimalist style.
The visual focus stems from the brand's signature color contrast—vibrant Klein blue and bright yellow, artfully incorporated through feature walls or integrated into soft furnishings like seating and carpets. These bold accents burst with dynamic yet harmonious visual tension against an understated backdrop. The space eschews excessive ornamentation, employing clean lines and open compositions, simultaneously highlighting the refined style of a modern hotel and evoking a feeling of tranquility and ease for those within.
Dining facilities are organized into three distinct zones: the all-day dining restaurant, the Chinese restaurant, and the tea lounge. The design language consistently adheres to the hotel's core philosophy of "Flow with the Heart," interpreting a natural and contemporary aesthetic. Eschewing ornate decorations, the space employs raw materials, soft lighting, and organic forms to naturally evoke the open vibrancy of Western dining, the elegant depth of Chinese cuisine, and the serene tranquility of the tea lounge. Richness is found in simplicity. In addition, thoughtfully designed amenities such as a unique gym and a dedicated children's play area allow guests to relax and unwind during moments of leisure, further enriching the hotel experience.

Credits

Design team
Yang Xun
Design team
Shen Hu
Design team
Xiong Yu
Design team
Wei Dinglong
Design team
Zhou Tao
Design team
Tian Yu
Design team
Quan Xiao
Design team
Lu Zhong
Design team
Xian Yu
Design team
Yang Li
Design team
Zhang Tuo
Design team
Tian Hongyu
Design team
Liu Xuemei
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