Nestled on Chengguan West Street, adjacent to the culturally rooted Jinjiang Academy, Huili Ancient City Yingzhouyuan Hotel stands gracefully in place. Rather than seeking to transcend time, it chooses with humble wisdom to become part of the living rhythm of the ancient city. Taking its name from the over 200-year-old Yingzhou Park, it carries in its essence the poetic narrative of classical Eastern gardens. Six buildings, interspersed harmoniously with pavilions, terraces, ponds and corridors, enclose a tranquil realm where "clouds are mirrored in ripples, and painted beams are veiled in greenery". Here, the aspiration for modern living finds harmony with the philosophy of classical gardens. It is the mission of ZENCO CASA to translate abstract design philosophy and local poetry into a tangible, embraceable and reliable spatial language.

Arrival is a gradual, sensory settling. Passing through the entrance framed by a warm-lit moon gate, one steps into a gentle barrier, where the mortal bustle beyond the door is quietly filtered out by the building’s eaves and rock features. Stepping into the lobby, the geometric-patterned carpet underfoot stretches forward; on one side, the ripples of the water feature play beautifully against the tile-textured wall, while warm light overflows from the hanging lamps, gently fading commotion into the background. The reception area unfolds layers of black and gold through crisp geometric light arrays, and its unostentatious design conveys an initial impression of calm grandeur via approachable textures. The moment fingertips touch the mild, smooth countertop, the mental transition from turbulent urban life to elegant, tranquil residence is complete.

The stay experience is a relaxed daily routine that breathes in unison with Huili Ancient City. The guest rooms embrace the flooding daylight with an open layout, and the custom furniture series crafted for the space by ZENCO CASA—from the bed systems that conform to the curves of the human body, to the desk-and-chair sets serving both leisure and office functions, and then to the lounge sofas by the window—all construct a steady and comfortable dwelling backdrop with warm textures and simple lines. The design humbly steps back to yield the view to the majestic silhouette of the Bell and Drum Tower and the lush charm of the gardens outside the window. As natural light spills over the wooden flooring through the skylights, guests can immerse both body and mind in the poetic experience of "wandering in repose" through the ancient city and gardens, enveloped in the snug comfort created by ZENCO CASA, turning every moment of rest into a whisper shared with the scenery.

Stepping into the restaurant, tables and chairs by ZENCO CASA in red-and-black contrast are arranged in a scattered and graceful layout, forming a spacious and bright dining area under the geometric beams of the sloped roof and the soft glow of warm yellow pendant lights. Smoke and aroma rise from the wooden open kitchen, and the custom countertops and storage shelves by ZENCO CASA turn the making of Sichuan-Yunnan flavors into a visual feast; large view windows bring in the greenery of the garden, and the flexible layouts of ZENCO CASA furniture adapt to all kinds of scenes, whether it is the relaxed leisure of dining alone or the lively joy of family reunion, while the private rooms adopt enclosed designs to create a warm sense of ritual for banquets. The true local narrative lies in the pursuit of taste: a steaming bowl of shredded chicken and ham erkuai made with ancient techniques, and medicinal root chicken soup slowly simmered with adenophora stricta and burdock root, which is fresh, mellow and gentle; the comfortable space shaped by ZENCO CASA makes every bite of authentic flavor a vivid annotation to "the bustling ancient city at the 26th parallel north".

This tranquil reading nook boasts gentle light and neatly arranged books, cultivating a calm and scholarly ambiance. The custom reading tables, chairs and lounge sofas by ZENCO CASA feature comforting curves and warm textures, forming ideal, cozy furnishings for quiet reading and peaceful solitude, carving out a serene haven in the bustling ancient city where one can lose oneself in words and savor time slowly.

The compound is also equipped with a tidy fitness area and a crystal-clear swimming pool. The gym caters to daily exercise and stretching needs, revitalizing both body and mind through a satisfying sweat session. The pool features pure, transparent water amid a quiet and pleasant environment. Whether for a refreshing swim or standing still to enjoy the scenery, it allows guests to release the tension and exhaustion of travel, gaining a free, relaxed leisure experience between movement and stillness.

The core soul of the hotel resides in its garden that resonates with history, and the public leisure areas are the extension and breathing space of such a soul. ZENCO CASA has delivered a systematic solution for this space, turning the resting areas by the waterside pavilions alongside the pond and the elegant seats in the modern courtyard into poetic corners that attract people to linger. The selection of furniture fully considers integration with the natural surroundings, and the natural textures of materials like wicker and solid wood appear even softer and warmer against the light and shadow on the pond shore and the greenery of the courtyard; their gentle proportions and lines silently encourage people to slow down their pace, and in the alternation between strolling in the garden and sitting quietly to admire the scenery, they find the true meaning of dwelling—“To dwell within the garden while letting the mind wander beyond the mundane world”.

When a journey draws to an end, what remains with guests from Huili Ancient City Yingzhouyuan Hotel is far more than just the memory of a restful night’s sleep. It acts as a silent bridge crafted with contemporary design language, quietly linking the curiosity of visitors from the outside world to the profound and enduring pulse of the ancient city, and it is also an exquisite vessel that holds the warmth of historical earthly life and the tranquil depth of the gardens, allowing both body and mind to wander and settle freely within it. The time spent residing here will eventually be internalized as a gentle, unhurried impression of body and soul, infused with the fragrance of plants and trees and the warmth of bricks and stones.

In the complete construction of this spatial poetics from blueprint to reality, ZENCO CASA has played a crucial role by providing a systematic solution for movable furniture in public areas. We firmly believe that genuine quality and long-lasting trust lie in those unspoken details—the proper and comfortable support of the seats, the warm and approachable touch of the tables, and the tacit harmony between all articles and the spatial environment over a long time. This silent guardianship enables all design and artistic conception to settle peacefully into tangible experiences, allows the poetry of the space to nourish every guest for a long time, and becomes a perceptible warm foundation in the memory of the ancient city.