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ituated two hours west of Shanghai and near one of the largest freshwater lakes in China, a sprawling resort is taking shape on the site of a disused quarry. Named Inlong Narada Resort, the scheme’s masterplan extends over 530 acres, and will feature a variety of leisure amenities such as a ‘spa centre’ and luxurious villas, as well as a reception building, restaurants, and a 20,000 m2 family park. CPMG Architects has been entrusted by the Narada Hotel Group to spearhead the latest phase of the project. Since April 2022, the firm’s international base in Hangzhou (the capital of Zheijang province), has been leading the design process. Sitting in a remote location, the overarching ambition is to transform the former quarry into a major tourist destination, attracting visitors from all corners of China.


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A key element of the scheme is to create a sustainable development that has minimal impact on the environment. As such, the design is built around eco-friendly principles, while the resort’s facilities are crafted to blend seamlessly with the surrounding landscape.


Project origins


Mining operations at the expansive quarry where the development is sited had ceased over a decade ago due to it being exhausted of its resources, according to Amy Zhao, manager of CPMG’s Hangzhou office, located just south west of Shanghai. The quarry was owned by a man who grew up in the area with his family. When the mining contract came to an end, he saw an opportunity to repurpose the site into something that would benefit the local community. His vision was twofold: To


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