The Bivou

The Bivou is a young hospitality brand that seeks to create original experiences in stunning locations around the world. From our humble beginnings as a designer adventure lodge in the foothills of the Himalayas, we're now expanding to multiple sites around China and Asia. We are building up a strong team of movers-and-shakers who can make our vision a reality. With quite a few exciting new projects slated for the next year, we are looking for team members who are looking to make a difference! OUR CORE VALUES: Authenticity Creating experiences and spaces that immerse guests within real local traditions. Working with local communities to unearth and preserve unique aspects of their culture. Design Using innovative design as a medium for translation and mutual understanding. Bridging the gap between rural and urban, local and foreign. Enacting design-thinking as a philosophy across all aspects of hospitality. Impact Making a real difference by improving the lives of local inhabitants. Alleviating poverty, rehabilitating the environment, and arming communities with new skill-sets, while preserving ancient cultures. Creating truly special spaces and experiences. THE BIVOU LIJIANG: Located in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Shuhe, The Bivou Lijiang is a designer guesthouse for the modern adventurer. Housed within two historic farmyards built by the area’s Naxi minority tribe, our 16 rooms look out over private gardens landscaped to reflect the full color and fragrances of the changing seasons. It was borne out of a simple idea: an adventure lodge that is authentic and sustainable, and sets new standards in comfort and style.Built around farmhouses that have stood on the site for over a hundred years, The Bivou stays true to its roots and celebrates the authentic building techniques of the local villagers. At the same time, sustainability lies at the core of all that we do. It’s time for a different adventure.