Shinoman Jinxin Courtyard is a minimalist home located in Xuzhou, China, designed by MOON DESIGN. The 47-room boutique property, including five executive suites, represents a thoughtful balance between modern hospitality and cultural preservation. The hotel’s architectural narrative begins in its soaring lobby, where arched ceilings create dramatic sight lines enhanced by the interplay of antiqued copper finishes and stone surfaces. Public spaces include a restaurant, book bar, tea room, conference facilities, and multipurpose areas, all unified by a design philosophy that emphasizes the dialogue between interior and exterior environments.
Natural materials dominate the material palette: cotton, linen, grass, and wood are deployed throughout to create what the designers describe as a “modern Eastern aesthetic.” The shared spaces are anchored by wooden columns, while vintage wooden furniture adds depth to the tactile experience. The restaurant area connects to the kitchen through geometric openings screened by fabric partitions, creating a subtle interplay between service and dining spaces. The “See Mountain” tea room exemplifies the property’s design ethos, combining brick, wood, calligraphy, and living plants to create an environment that honors traditional tea culture while remaining decidedly contemporary. The courtyard and corridor design follows classical Chinese garden principles, incorporating trees and moon-viewing spots that change character with the seasons.
Each of the 47 rooms overlooks the courtyard, with layouts that blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces. The suites particularly demonstrate this approach, utilizing traditional garden design principles to create fluid transitions between areas. The interior design maintains a refined palette, with custom textile artworks in each room providing subtle visual texture. Windows are strategically positioned to frame the courtyard’s natural elements, while the furniture selection pairs wooden chairs with beige upholstery, creating a measured contrast between light and substantial elements. The overall circulation plan adheres to modernist principles while maintaining the flowing quality characteristic of traditional Chinese architecture.
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