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WATERWORLD - China
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2006-12-28 08:37:52
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Atkin's Architecture Group recently won the first prize award for an international design
competition with this stunning entry. Set in a spectacular water filled
quarry in Songjiang, China, the 400 bed resort hotel is uniquely
constructed within the natural elements of the quarry. Underwater
public areas and guest rooms add to the uniqueness, but the resort also
boasts cafes, restaurants
and sporting facilities.
The lowest level runs with the aquatic
theme by housing a luxurious swimming pool and an extreme sports center
for activities such as rock climbing and bungee
jumping which will be cantilevered over the quarry and accessed by
special
lifts from the water. With a stunning visual presentation as shown
here, it's no wonder this project took home the first prize. This is a
fine example of an ultra modern facility co-existing amongst its
natural environment.
by Andy G
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