In the frantic pulse of modern Shanghai, the concept of “home” is often lost to the skyline. Yet, an hour’s drive toward the ancient town of Zhujing reveals a different tempo entirely. Here, where the water-network weaves through dawn-lit metasequoia forests, a new architectural landmark is quietly rising. MUH SHOOU ZHUJING, the second masterpiece from the venerable MUH SHOOU brand, is not merely a hotel; it is a poetic intervention in the landscape—a “Geographical Home” that invites the world’s most discerning travelers to rediscover the soul of the Jiangnan region before the glitz of the treaty ports ever existed.
Finding the “Original Home”: A New Icon for Shanghai’s Discerning Travelers
As the last embers of autumn give way to winter’s clarity, the silhouette of MUH SHOOU ZHUJING has finally begun to emerge. Crafted by the visionary architects at GOA (Group of Architecture), this boutique sanctuary is poised to become the definitive “Wild-Luxury” benchmark for the Yangtze River Delta when it officially opens its doors in early 2026.
A Heritage of “Sharing” The name MUH SHOOU refers to the traditional practice of leaving the last fruit on a tree for the birds—a gesture of gratitude and harmony with nature. Following the global acclaim of MUH SHOOU XIXI in Hangzhou, this second chapter brings that same philosophy to Jinshan, Shanghai. Situated within the Fragrant Town and neighboring the vibrant “Flowers Sea Manor,” the estate occupies nearly 50,000 square meters of prime ecological land.
Song-Style Aesthetics Meet Modern Minimal The architectural language is one of “Atmospheric Restraint.” GOA, alongside interiors by Chunshan Qiushui and landscapes by Z&T Studio, has created a village-style layout that feels organically grown rather than built. Drawing inspiration from the Song Dynasty’s minimalist elegance, the design utilizes “white space” and clean lines to frame the surrounding water-forests.
The accommodations are nothing short of spectacular
Forest & Water: The villas are nestled among metasequoia groves, creating a “Wetland Kingdom” where the boundary between interior luxury and exterior wilderness dissolves.
The Villa Suites: 65 standalone villas, each a private island of serenity.
The Tea House Ritual: Every suite features a private chaliao (tea room), blending the ritual of the brew with views of the winding waterways.
The Destination Experience MUH SHOOU ZHUJING is designed for the traveler who seeks “Slo-Mo” luxury. The public spaces are curated with the precision of a private gallery: a sunken bar for twilight cocktails, a humanities-focused library for quiet reflection, and an infinity pool that seems to spill into the ancient “Luozhaowan” (Sunset Bay).
Gastronomy remains a pillar of the brand. The signature Four Seasons Feast will debut here, translating the hyper-local flavors of Jinshan into high-fine-dining experiences that honor the agrarian calendar.
Why it Matters In an era of cookie-cutter international brands, MUH SHOOU ZHUJING represents the rise of the “Chinese Boutique”—hotels that carry the weight of 1,000 years of culture but deliver it with the sharp, contemporary edge required by today’s global elite. For those who found peace in the marshes of XIXI, this new iteration offers a more daring, iterative evolution of that tranquility. It is a sanctuary that doesn’t just house guests; it restores them.
