SB Architects and the Mission Hills Group recently completed the Mission Hills Volcanic Mineral Springs and Spa, one of the world’s largest spa destinations, on the Northern coast of China’s Hainan Island.
The spa and volcanic mineral springs comprise a major component of Mission Hills Haikou, a five-star resort offering a wide range of wellness, leisure, recreation, entertainment and dining experiences including 10 renowned golf courses. Showcasing the design talents of SB Architects, Mission Hills Volcanic Mineral Springs and Spa celebrates its exciting debut in conjunction with the 56th Omega Mission Hills World Cup of Golf taking place November 24-27, 2011.
Mission Hills Volcanic Mineral Springs and Spa is home to the largest natural springs reserve in the region, and measures 950,000 sf.
The spa is surrounded by 473,000 sf of lushly landscaped gardens, more than 150 springs and water features, and treatment venues inspired by the five continents – Asia, Oceania, North & South America, Europe, Middle East and Africa – which comprise the Volcanic Mineral Springs. BD+C
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