Crevice Museum Seni by Socal V is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Salaka in Desain Arsitektur, Bangunan, dan Struktur Competition Category.

SalakaArsitektur· 2025

Crevice Museum Seni

by Socal V

Client: Socal V

A' Design Award Salaka Winner in Arsitektur Category

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The Design

About Crevice Museum Seni

Crevice iyanaritu séddi museum seni ri Weihai, Cina. Désainna mala inspirasi pole ri pappéjeppuna bulu sibawa uwae ri laleng pappagguruanna Konfusius. Bentuk segitiga maloppoé paréngngerangngi tana makkatetteé ri Shandong, na laleng maccolo'é paréngngerangngi salo-salona. Museum-é tettong ri séddi onrong 6.000 metére persegi sibawa sining luwa bangunanna 10.000 metére persegi. Pakkakkasa parametrik ripaké untu' pédécéngi struktur pabbingenna sibawa pédécéngi ahémataang bahanna. Onrong pameranna wedding ripasitujui sibawa mappaké tajang alang enrengngé pakkitang lao ri pemandanganna. Akkattana iyanaritu mappaitangngi ade' okkoé sibawa cara mabaru.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Salaka

Crevice Museum Seni iyanaritu pakoro A' Design Award Salaka, pakalebbi iya malompo tongeng iya ripabbere ri desain tingkak pole, cantik sibawa mappakita. Pakoro Salaka iyanaritu karya iya macennning tongeng sibawa kreatif iya mappakita keahlian, bakat sibawa ketajaman pikkiran tau mabbuat. Crevice Museum Seni ripakkirangngi mancaji karya iya magello, mancaji pakkitaang, profesional sibawa inovatif iya dalleng. Desain pakoro A' Design Award Salaka iyae iyanaritu penemuan iya lebbi riissengngi sibawa ripuji, iya pawangekeng sibawa mappalaong wates seni, sains, desain sibawa teknologi. Crevice Museum Seni iyanaritu ciptaan iya riennengi tau maega, iya mappabbura keinginan, mappabbere perasaan makessing sibawa mappabbentuk ketakjuban.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This design, inspired by Confucius' appreciation of mountains and water, merges with Shandong's terraced landscapes and waterways. The "Crevice" concept, embodying mountainous terrain with giant triangles and fluid waterways, harmonizes with the environment as a natural earth extension. It reinterprets ancient culture contemporarily. This approach shapes visitor experiences, encouraging a dialogue with the space and guiding them towards a culture of inner peace.
Dimensions & Packaging: This art museum is situated on a 6,000 square meter site, with a total building area of 10,000 square meters. The design efficiently maximizes the use of space, ensuring a harmonious blend of form and function. Its spatial layout and structure have been meticulously planned to complement the surrounding landscape, while providing ample area for exhibitions and cultural activities. The technical specifications of the project have been carefully considered to align with both aesthetic and functional requirements, making it an exemplary model for contemporary museum architecture.
Tags: Art Museum, Folk Art, Wood Structure,
Production Technology: Our design leveraged parametric tools to refine the roof structure, optimizing form and performance while maintaining aesthetic harmony. Computational modeling enabled iterative exploration, ensuring structural efficiency and material economy. We utilized Rhinoceros and Grasshopper for advanced 3D modeling, combined with environmental analysis tools to integrate sustainable strategies. This approach allowed us to align design intent with functionality, creating a cohesive and innovative outcome.
Design Challenge: The main challenge was distilling vernacular architectural features, integrating folk culture with space, and blending into the site while fostering local development. Research on Shandong’s intangible cultural heritage, such as Rushan Qinshu, Shandong yangko, teahouses, and silk production, informed the design. By studying exhibition spaces, the project creates tailored stages for each cultural element, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in traditional Chinese culture.
Research: Our research, an applied design study, aimed to integrate a museum within Shandong's landscape, reflecting local culture. We combined qualitative and quantitative methods, analyzing site characteristics, cultural history, and architectural styles. Utilizing Rhinoceros, Adobe Suite, Miro, and Discord, our team, including architects and historians, developed a design harmonizing with the natural environment. The results demonstrate the significance of cultural and environmental sensitivity in design, impacting sustainable architecture, cultural preservation, and enhancing visitor experiences in business and society.
Inspiration: It drew inspiration from Confucius' wisdom, harmonizing mountains and water. It symbolizes the local topography through the "Crevice" concept, blending complexity, and water's transformative essence. It reflects tradition and innovation, fostering a dialogue with nature. The project's technical foundation lies in intricate terrain, pagoda roofs, and cultivated land, with spaces promoting cultural expression. The waterway represents change, offering unplanned discoveries and inner tranquility.
Project Duration: 2023 in Weihai, China
Operation Flow: The art museum operates interactively, with adaptable exhibition areas and installations that engage visitors. Its design guides a journey through art and culture, with key features like natural lighting and scenic views. The layout transforms with time and season, offering unique experiences on each visit. This integration of art, nature, and architecture enhances the visitor experience, making the museum a superior cultural destination.
Patents: Copyrights belong to SOCAL V
Team Members: Yanci Chen, Jing Chen, Guanyu Tao, Zhiqian Xu
Image Credits: Image 01: Creator SOCAL V
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