MVRDV Design Masterplan with Rock-Inspired Tourist Facilities for Jialeshui, Taiwan

MVRDV revealed the design of rock-like tourist facilities and infrastructure for the Taiwanese coastal area of Jialeshui, a scenic destination in the southernmost part of Taiwan. The Pingtung County Government recently selected the design proposal submitted by MVRDV in collaboration with HWC Architects for the transformation of an area known for its rock formations shaped by wind and water, including a series of structures inspired by these natural forms. The project, a masterplan titled Nature Rocks, introduces a network of new pathways and public spaces and adds small-scale buildings, including a central visitor centre and three lookout points, within the existing built footprint.

From Japan to Saudi Arabia: 8 Unbuilt Hospitality Projects Redefining the Future of Hotels and Resorts

In contemporary architecture, hotel design is no longer defined solely by luxury and accommodation. Instead, it is becoming a platform to explore questions of identity, ecology, and cultural meaning. Beyond providing rooms and amenities, hotels today aim to create immersive experiences that connect travelers to local traditions, landscapes, and communities. In this curated selection of unbuilt hospitality projects, submitted by the ArchDaily community, speculative and competition-winning proposals offer a glimpse into the future of hospitality, where sustainability and storytelling are as central as comfort and style.

Noirhaus / KONSEP Architecture Studio

Noirhaus stands boldly at the intersection of strength and elegance, a brutalist Mediterranean home, dark in tone yet gracefully bathed in vibrant, playful light. Nestled on a compact site alongside a lush green belt, the architectural challenge was clear: optimize limited space while preserving a profound connection to the surrounding natural environment.

Cheewit Cheewa Home of Nature / Teerachai Leesuraplanon, Thitiphong Phoonthong

From the Desire for a Borderless Classroom to an Architecture Intertwined with Nature – Cheewit Cheewa Home of Nature or The Sikhio Natural Agriculture Learning Center was conceived by Dr. Mavin Dankul, who envisioned expanding the Project Approach model of learning through outdoor classrooms at Prasarnwittaya School. Its primary mission is to cultivate life skills and foster environmental awareness among children and youth. At its core, the program embraces an integrated learning philosophy, "From Seed to Table," encompassing soil restoration, water management, renewable energy, and a zero-waste system. The ultimate aim is to encourage sustainable self-reliance, guided by the principles of a sufficiency economy.

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