2026 | Professional

French Design Awards Platinum Winner

Atour Hotel, Ningbo Beilun Intime City

Entrant Company

Shanghai Sangu Wujie Interior Design Co., Ltd. / ZHU Fulong, LI Mingliang

Category

Interior Design - Hospitality

Client's Name

Country / Region

China

At the heart of Ningbo Beilun’s vibrant commercial district, the Atour Hotel introduces a purpose-built “Fourth Space”—a 7,000-square-meter destination seamlessly blending business efficiency, natural calm, personal wellness, and social engagement into one continuous experience. Designed for busy professionals on the go, young families seeking premium experiences, and guests who value comfort and connection, it merges functional design with meaningful hospitality, all framed by Atour’s signature “unexpected warmth.”
Step inside, and the energy shifts. The lobby blends soft off-whites with natural greenery and gentle curves, creating an immediate sense of calm. Two pathways guide your journey: one for quick check-ins, another leading to the book bar—a bright, inviting space where light draws people together naturally, reviving the simple joy of real conversation.
Guest rooms are designed around how people actually live. Large windows frame views and daylight, blurring the line between indoors and out. Modular furniture adapts flexibly to your needs—whether you’re working or simply unwinding.
Even dining tells a story. The Chinese restaurant is inspired by Ningbo’s seafaring roots. With subtle nods to waves, sails, and coastal life, every meal feels grounded in local culture.
While you’ll find familiar Atour touchpoints—like organic cotton bedding and premium ESPA bath products—the hotel also celebrates its setting through lake-facing windows and locally inspired art. It’s consistent, yet uniquely Beilun.
Sustainability is also built in, not bolted on. From FSC-certified wood and low-VOC paints to smart lighting, air conditioning control, and large refillable dispensers, every choice reduces environmental impact. And thanks to nearby parks and sports facilities, exploring the neighborhood on foot or bike is easy and encouraged, further lowering the carbon footprint.

Credits

Chief Designer
ZHU Fulong
Assistant Designer
LI Mingliang
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