Native plants such as rhododendron, irises and euphorbia were also introduced to reinforce the unique alpine ecology.
The overall approach to the landscape design aims for minimal intervention and was created without the use of heavy machinery to protect the existing ecosystem.Ī large forest that was preserved in the north and west of the garden contains oak trees, sumac, paulownia and Yunnan pine trees. Forests surrounding the garden were preserved Water flows along the channels and pours down into stepped pools that represent the three wells. The irrigation system informed two water features that feature long channels set into the stone walls. The outflow is then used to irrigate the surrounding farmland. This system channels melted snow from the mountains into an upper well used for drinking water, a middle well for cleaning fruit and vegetables, and a lower well for washing clothes.
Channels filter melted snow from the mountains into pools, small ponds and wells Some of the walls include water features designed as abstract interpretations of the historic "three well" irrigations system developed by the Naxi people. This helps them to retain a sense of the Naxi identity and a cultural uniqueness that is regionally specific. A decked path snakes through the landscapeĪll of the stone and timber elements included in the project were crafted by local workers using traditional techniques that have been passed down through generations. The alpine lawn is used as a gathering space for events and provides the best views towards Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and the town of Baisha. Visitors enter the site along a path flanked by a wall made from white stone, before stepping down onto a wooden boardwalk that meanders across a lawn towards the oak tree. Read: Qidi Design Group creates tranquil landscaped garden for property development in Danyang "The design team carefully kept untouched and used it as a visual focal point to create a culturally sensitive landscape which blends together new and old seamlessly," Z'scape added. Trees such as this were called Xupai by the Naxi people, who believed they would help to protect their land. A large oak tree is located at the centre of the garden and is surrounded by a winding pathĪt the heart of the garden is a large oak tree, which would have been a sacred feature of the original village. The garden is located close to UNESCO world heritage sites including Yuhu village and the historic town of Baisha, both of which are overlooked from the elevated site.Ī Naxi village that was abandoned for several decades has been renovated to form the basis for the hotel and garden, which covers an area of approximately four hectares. "The design effort draws upon the site," explained the architects, "establishing a distinct closeness with indigenous Naxi culture and alpine nature in creating a place of comfort, solitude and peace." A water feature was designed to reference the local wells Native plants, local stones, textures and water features that recall the wells found in nearby villages all contribute to an environment that invites visitors to explore the local culture.
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