A raised boardwalk allows animals and insects to move freely around the landscape
The amphitheatre is formed by mounds of grass in a sunken region of the site
The wooden boardwalk leads to the new amphitheatre at the north of the site, making use of an existing sunken area in the landscape’s topography and defining it with concentric ridges that overlook a central performance lawn.
Recycled timber has been used to create simple benches that follow the contours of the amphitheatre’s ridges and are dotted with works by local sculptors.
Long benches in the amphitheatre offer spaces for children to play
“Natural play opportunities are embedded in the landform, where children can run, climb, jump, dance or roll,” said the practice.
“A series of long benches offer historic views to the snow mountain and the best views of the central performance lawn,” it continued.
Long recycled timber benches wrap around the circular feature
The original landscape design incorporated the remains of an abandoned village built by the Naxi people, and every year a traditional torch festival creates an “immersive and interactive environment” for celebrating Naxi culture and craft.
Z’scape was founded by Zhou Liangjun and Zhou Ting, and has a particular focus on landscaping projects for cultural tourism projects, boutique hotels, urban spaces and residential developments.
The photography is by Holi Landscape Photography.