Wolitun is a rural co-construction project designed to offer urban residents a fresh way of living. The initial phase includes over 60 vacant courtyards scattered throughout the village, each ranging from 200 to 400 square meters. Of these, 45 courtyards are designated for residential use, while 10 are consolidated for hotel purposes. Supporting facilities include auditoriums, the Dragon King Temple (which serves as a reception center), workshops, dining options, fitness centers, public restrooms, offices, and staff dormitories.
Most homes in Wolitun are intended for new residents planning long-term stays. To foster a vibrant rural community with strong connections to the outside world—and to provide urban visitors with more opportunities to experience the village—a dedicated residential space for short-term guests has been created: the KALHA Hotel.
Unlike the village’s scattered independent residences, the KALHA Hotel is a continuous, wall-enclosed spatial system. It gradually rises from south to north, following the natural terrain, and extends horizontally along the northern slope of the village. From the east and south, guests enjoy expansive views overlooking nearby villages and distant mountains.
The architecture as a whole lacks a defined central axis, reflecting the village’s organic growth through its irregular layout. Staying true to the mountain village’s original style, the 10 guest room units are set at four different elevations based on the site’s varying terrain.
KALHA Hotel does not feature a traditional main facade from any angle. Instead, it presents a free-form and spontaneous layout. The independent guest units cluster like a scattered, diverse settlement enclosed by walls that form a cohesive whole. These winding courtyard walls blend smoothly with the natural terrain, creating a seamless integration between the hotel and the village.
The exterior walls of the courtyards and guest rooms are coated with materials closely matching the soil color of the site. From a distance, they resemble geometric sculptures naturally emerging from the earth. Inside, the walls and courtyards offer rich spatial experiences. Former village paths have transformed into public streets within the hotel, while the clean walls and open spatial scale accommodate public events such as exhibitions, lectures, and small performances. This area is envisioned to become the hotel’s liveliest hub.
Project Drawings
▲ General Layout Plan
▲ First Floor Plan
▲ Roof Plan
▲ Unit Plan
▲ Elevation View
▲ Sectional View
▲ Analysis Chart
Project Information
Architect: CPLUS
Area: 1190 m²
Year: 2024
Photographers: Liu Jing, Captain
Lead Architect: Cheng Yanchun
Design Team: Bo Chen, Chen Yiwei, Guo Feng
Location: Zhangjiakou
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