Lushuihe Forest Health and Wellness Infrastructure Project

Set within the pristine natural context of Changbai Mountain, the Lushuihe Forest Health and Wellness Infrastructure Project reinvents night-time ecotourism by fusing immersive lighting design with ecological awareness. This unique installation transforms a naturally warm mineral river into a four-season fantasy realm, where light and shadow reshape the drifting experience into a poetic journey through myth and nature.
The design draws on the mythology and ecology of northeast China, crafting an enchanting narrative across six thematic zones. Using laser projectors, 3D holography, and interactive lighting sculptures, the riverbanks come alive as dreamlike environments—such as the Shan-Hai Realm, where ancient beasts emerge from holographic mist, or the Ginseng Spirit Zone, where local legends take form through glowing mushrooms and animated herbal creatures. Each scene connects light, sound, and environment to awaken cultural memory and childlike wonder.
Key to the design is the integration of cutting-edge lighting with nature-responsive storytelling. Mist-activated lasers simulate ocean waves, while interactive installations allow guests to “hunt” illuminated wildlife using safe, water-based play elements. A “volcano zone” leverages red laser beams and dynamic lighting rhythms to replicate the spectacle of geological eruption—an homage to Changbai Mountain’s volcanic origin and its dramatic terrain.
Material selection and construction strategy were carefully aligned with the region’s extreme climate and ecological sensitivity. All fixtures are weatherproof, corrosion-resistant, and designed for minimal environmental disturbance. Modular, low-impact installations ensure ease of maintenance and safety even under seasonal challenges such as flooding, snow accumulation, or strong humidity.
Sustainability is embedded throughout: LED sources reduce energy consumption; biodegradable or recyclable materials are applied in non-structural components; and professional light-control optics ensure precision illumination to avoid light spill into surrounding forest zones. Control systems are fine-tuned to minimize disruption to nocturnal wildlife while maintaining vivid, layered visual effects.
The Lushuihe Light & Shadow Drifting Experience redefines night tourism in forest environments, balancing high-tech artistic expression with local storytelling and sustainable values. By guiding visitors through a flowing narrative of light and legend, it creates a multisensory immersion into the spirit of the forest, where imagination, nature, and technology converge under the stars.