Iceland Volcano میوزیم by Yuting Zhang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 A' Design Award نقرئی انعام in آرکیٹیکچر، بلڈنگ ءِ اسٹرکچر ڈیزائن Competition Category.

نقرہآرکیٹیکچر· 2023

Iceland Volcano میوزیم

by Yuting Zhang

Client: Studio Re+N

A' Design Award نقرئی انعام Winner in آرکیٹیکچر Category

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The Design

About Iceland Volcano میوزیم

آیس لینڈ وولکینو یک میوزیم اِنت که آیس لینڈ ءِ میواتن دمگ ءَ جاہ گپتگ۔ اے گِردین شکل ءِ الہام آ دمگ ءِ آتشفشانی کریٹر، گرمین چشمگ ءُ زِر آں چہ گپتگ بوتگ۔ یک بیضوی حجم ءُ دو کراس بیوگیں ڈھلوانی راہ یک پیوستگیں جاہ ءَ جوڑ کن اَنت که اندری ءُ ڈنّی جاہاں گوں یک دگرا پیوند دنت۔ سے حلقگی راہ پیش داریگ بوتہ اَنت: یک اندرگی گیلری، یک روگ بیوگیں چَت که دیدارگاہ ءِ حیثیت ءَ کارمرز بیت، ءُ یک ڈنّی پارک ءِ حلقگی راہ گوں مزنیں مجسمگاں۔ نیام ءَ یک عکس دیوکیں تلاؤ اِنت۔ فساد (فیساڈ) لُوور آں چہ جوڑ بوتگ که آیانی رخ ءِ بدلی گوں آپتاب ءِ روشنائی کنٹرول بیت۔

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award نقرئی انعام

Iceland Volcano میوزیم A' Design Award نقرئی انعام ءِ ورگ آ انت، غیر معمولی حد ءَ معزز اعتراف کہ اعلیٰ ترین درجہ ءِ، شاندار ءُ متاثر کنوکیں ڈیزائناں دیگ بیت۔ نقرہ ءِ ورگ آ باز روشن ءُ انتہائی تخلیقی کار انت، کہ وتی ڈیزائنراں ءِ شاندار مہارت، صلاحیت ءُ ذہانت ءَ ظاہر کننت۔ Iceland Volcano میوزیم چہ امید کنگ بیت کہ آ یک شاندار نمائشی کار بیت، قابل ذکر حد ءَ پیشہ ورانہ ءُ گہرے جدت ءِ۔ ای ڈیزائن کہ A' Design Award نقرئی انعام ءَ برتگ، یک انتہائی قابل ذکر، ساراہگ بوتگیں ایجاد انت کہ فائدہ دنت ءُ فن، سائنس، ڈیزائن ءُ ٹیکنالوجی ءِ حداں ودی کنت۔ Iceland Volcano میوزیم یک ہمے تخلیق انت کہ آیانی سرا باز مردم حسد کننت، کہ خواہشاں جاگینیت، مثبت جذبہ آرنت ءُ حیرت ءُ تعجب ءِ چنگاری ءَ بالنت۔

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The Iceland Volcano Museum seamlessly integrates with the breathtaking landscape of Myvatn. Its circular design draws inspiration from the natural elements of the region, such as volcanic craters, hot springs, and lakes. The museum's elliptical volume and the intersection of two slopes form a continuous space that weaves together indoor and outdoor experiences. This unique design invites visitors to explore and appreciate the natural wonders of Myvatn through var
Dimensions & Packaging: The Iceland Volcano Museum features a seamless ring of exhibition and office spaces surrounding a meditative reflecting pool. The design comprises three ring paths: an interior gallery for contemplation and artwork, an exterior walkable roof that serves as an observation deck, and an outdoor park loop trail showcasing large-scale sculptures and site-specific commissions.
Tags: Iceland Volcano Museum, Myvatn landscape, sustainable architecture, immersive experience, natural elements, seamless integration, circular design, reflecting pool, walkable roof, outdoor park loop trail
Production Technology: Advanced architectural techniques have been employed to ensure that the museum's design is both visually stunning and environmentally sustainable. The repetitive, visually permeable façade connects the museum to its surroundings while maintaining a sense of enclosure. The louver orientation on the sinuous façade varies constantly to optimize sunlight conservation and resembles the linear patterns of classic Icelandic architecture.
Design Challenge: The Iceland Volcano Museum posed creative challenges, requiring us to harmoniously blend architecture with Myvatn's natural landscape while providing an immersive experience. Balancing preservation and visitor engagement was crucial. We overcame obstacles by researching historical and social perspectives, and considering external factors such as laws, production possibilities, and technological advancements. Our design emphasizes sustainability and materials that resonate with the environment, resulting in a unique, engaging space that showcases Myvatn's beauty.
Research: The Iceland Volcano Museum seamlessly integrates with its natural surroundings. The design pays homage to the region's natural elements, such as volcanic craters, hot springs, and lakes. By incorporating advanced architectural techniques, the museum offers an immersive experience, allowing visitors to explore and appreciate the landscape in a new and innovative way. This project blends architecture and environment, and demonstrates the potential for future developments in the field.
Inspiration: The design of the Iceland Volcano Museum is deeply inspired by the stunning surroundings of Myvatn. The architects have taken cues from the volcanic craters, hot springs, and lakes that characterize the region, incorporating them into the museum's circular form. The intention is to create a space that respects and celebrates the natural beauty of the area, allowing visitors to experience the landscape in a new and immersive way.
Project Duration: 2019-2020 in Iceland
Operation Flow: Visitors are drawn into a unique journey through the museum, beginning with a downward ramp that leads to the tranquil interior gallery. They can then explore the walkable roof, which offers panoramic views of Myvatn's breathtaking landscape. The outdoor park loop trail allows visitors to engage with large-scale sculptures and site-specific commissions, further immersing them in the natural environment.
Patents: Yuting Zhang
Team Members: Yuting Zhang
Image Credits: Yuting Zhang