ALAN Resort is a project designed by Funs Creative Design Consultant. By the Lancang River, where fish swim and birds sing, [ALAN RESORT] nestles in the embrace of mountains and water, far removed from the noise of the city. Here, nature extends its touch, leading guests into a realm of tranquility and seclusion, where the mysteries of the rainforest unfold, and one finds solace amid misty peaks and serene lakes. Photography by Chuan HE from Herespace.

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Drawing inspiration from the raw beauty of the natural world, we have woven architecture into the surrounding landscape, creating a harmonious dialogue with the region’s cultural and environmental context. Through design that translates natural imagery into spatial experience, we have unified two separate structures into a cohesive whole—crafting not just a resort, but a complete immersion into nature, a sanctuary of emotion and experience.

The architecture follows the natural contours of the mountains, integrating seamlessly into the rainforest. Like scattered stones resting amid the wild terrain, the buildings emerge in layered volumes across three levels, at times appearing near, at times receding into the forest. Here, one does not merely reside in the rainforest but becomes part of its ethereal presence.
In the spatial layout, we embraced a minimalist, symmetrical approach. The central swimming pool serves as the focal point, with the “mountain-shaped” structures unfolding on either side. Water flows between them, merging the built environment with nature, allowing the landscape to organically weave through the space.
At the entrance, a series of cascading steps leads inward, flanked by lush greenery that sways gently in the rainforest breeze, drawing visitors into the immersive natural setting. As the humid air lingers, the landscape unfolds—atop the hillside, shimmering water surfaces ripple with movement. Expansive water features breathe freely, dispelling the heaviness of the tropical heat.

Project Name: ALAN Resort
Project Location: Jinghong, Xishuanbanna, China
Project Area: 3500m2
Completion Time: 2024.03
Design Firm: Funs Creative Design Consultant
Chief Designer: Robin Luo
Design Services: Architectural Design, Space Design, Soft Decor Design, Original Prop Design
Implementation of Soft Furnishings Installation: CHIC Design
Lighting Design: OWAY Lighting
Project Photography: Chuan HE from Herespace