Installation Log: Space Capsule Units in Tiandingshan Town, Changchun, Jilin

2023.8.13                                  Changchun                                  Cloudy                                                            Installation diary 4

In contemporary society, the pressures of urban living weigh on everyone. The daily cycle of commuting between work and home has become deeply ingrained, driving many young people to yearn for freer, more fulfilling lifestyles — fueling the rise of tourism as a cultural phenomenon. Recent holiday seasons have seen popular destinations overwhelmed, whether Beijing’s iconic Great Wall or Shenyang’s bustling commercial districts, where suffocating crowds often transform landmarks into endurance tests. This collective pursuit of tranquility has made pastoral towns emerge as sanctuaries. These towns showcase regional uniqueness: some nestled in mountain-water landscapes serve as eco-retreats; others preserving centuries-old architecture become historical enclaves; those integrated with urban centers evolve into commercial hubs. Today’s destination embodies the first category — Tiandingshan Town in Changchun, harmoniously blended with its natural surroundings.

Tiandingshan Town, a National AAAA-level tourist attraction, is built into the mountains and along the waterways, leveraging its unique geographical advantages and ice-and-snow resources. The park was constructed without altering the original topography or damaging native vegetation. Spanning 1.38 million square meters and featuring 142 ice structures and snow sculptures, it qualifies as a world-class ice and snow theme park by snow volume. The park seamlessly integrates Changchun’s automotive and cinematic heritage. Benefiting from composite insulation materials integrated into the walls and triple-layer insulating glass, our space capsule homes offer superior cold resistance. Equipped with underfloor heating, they provide ideal winter accommodations for experiencing ice architecture and snow artistry.

Should the ice architecture and snow sculptures leave you eager for more, Tiandingshan Ski Resort awaits your exploration. The space capsule homes provide ample storage for ski equipment. Bring your gear, carve through fresh powder slopes, then return to gradually regain warmth through the radiant floor heating. Resting in these dwellings amidst Tiandingshan Town's serenity truly embodies the ultimate winter retreat experience.