Yading Bore Secret Realm Hotel, Sichuan, China

Yading Bore Secret Realm Hotel Sichuan Province, China rural building, Chinese mountain architecture photos

Yading Bore Secret Realm Hotel in Sichuan Province

13 May 2026

Architectural Design: AUP Architects & Jade Simple Design

Location: Yading Village, Sichuan Province, Southwestern China

Photos by Boundary Photography & Wen Chao

Yading Bore Secret Realm Hotel, Sichuan Province, China

Nestled in Yading Village of Daocheng, the Last Shangri-La, at an altitude of 3,900 meters, BORE Hotel takes root gently in this sacred land, bound by profound reverence for nature and human culture and a mission to forge a new path for the New Tibetan Style.

The conception of this architecture springs from a cherished affection for the homeland. Anchored on the original site of Yading Village, we have upheld the local architectural character and natural texture, while crafting interior spatial scales, smooth circulation flow and window design logic that align with modern living needs. In doing so, we have shaped a black Tibetan blockhouse of Yading that bears familiar memories yet brims with fresh vitality, allowing traditional forms to experience a gentle rebirth in a contemporary context.

In the contemporary design landscape dominated by neutral color palettes, the interior design of BORE Hotel stands as a bold breakthrough and exploration. For thousands of years, Tibetan culture has been endowed with a rich and mysterious color gene, and figuring out how to harmonize contemporary architectural language with this profound color system while resonating with the younger generation has become a pivotal challenge we must overcome. We thus break the boundaries of spatial design and delve deep into the integration of diverse cultures—just as Dolce & Gabbana uses color to interpret the sacredness and drama of Catholicism, expressing an outward emotional tension.

At the core of Tibetan colors, however, lies introspective symbolic meaning; they are cultural totems rooted in Vajrayana Buddhism, embodying a quiet power that unfolds inwards. What we strive to pursue is the delicate balance between the two: to retain 80% of the serene essence of Tibetan culture and infuse it with 20% of international and dramatic design language to breathe new life into it, allowing moderate boldness and individuality to become the distinctive hallmark of the New Tibetan Style.

As a boutique luxury hotel, BORE Hotel is designed with an unwavering focus on holistic functionality and uncompromising comfort. It intentionally streamlines the cumbersome procedures of traditional hotel check-in, instead offering thoughtful butler-style service to initiate a warm journey for every guest. In its spatial layout, public areas and guest rooms are completely separated to maximize the tranquility and safety that a resort hotel ought to provide.

Even within its limited space, elaborate indoor and outdoor leisure areas have been curated for wellness treatments, SPA, saunas, swimming, Guozhuang Dance and other experiences, ensuring every moment of the stay is fulfilling and pleasant. Thanks to its high-end positioning, every guest room is crafted to the standard of a suite, boasting spacious dimensions and comprehensive amenities for peaceful relaxation. A built-in indoor oxygen supply system further solidifies the foundation for a comfortable stay on this plateau at 3,900 meters above sea level.

We firmly believe that true innovation is never a destructive subversion, but rather the discovery of a balanced anchor connecting the present and the future, all while honoring the local ecology and human culture—and this is the kind of creation that endures with vitality. Therefore, local materials and traditional craftsmanship are employed in the hotel’s architecture, landscaping and interior decoration, yet contemporary architectural techniques and modern living concepts have been applied to give them an entirely new expression.

This commitment not only allows the building’s form and texture to coexist in harmony with the surrounding natural ecology, preserving the roots of Tibetan culture, but also delivers an exceptional living experience for residents through optimized functional layout, balanced color coordination and exquisitely designed scenery-framed window openings.

Notably, in an era where many design practices overlook the protection and inheritance of local culture, the practice of BORE Hotel stands as a heartfelt response to Tibet, its people and its culture. It does not deviate from tradition; instead, it abides by the core characteristics of Tibetan culture while exploring new contemporary possibilities for it. This is not only a successful exploration and practice of the New Tibetan Style, but also a vivid model that showcases how the time-honored cultural confidence of ethnic minorities can step onto the world stage and embrace the future. We hold deep reverence for the past, and we forge ahead into the future with sincere dedication.

Yading Bore Secret Realm Hotel, Sichuan Province, China – Project Information

Project Name: Yading Bore Secret Realm Hotel
Location: Yading Village, Sichuan, China
Design Area: 2,600 square meters

Design Director: Wen Chao
Design Team: Zeng Weiwei, Wei Huan, Liu Mingyu
Overall Coordination: Jade Simple Design
Architectural Design: AUP Architects & Jade Simple Design
Completion Date: September 2026
Owner Information: Shengtingya Hotel Management (Chengdu) Co., Ltd.