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The Joy Of Swimming Fish De Vreugde van Zwemmende Vissen Tentoonstellingsruimteontwerp by Qian Zhen

The Joy Of Swimming Fish De Vreugde van Zwemmende Vissen Tentoonstellingsruimteontwerp by Qian Zhen is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award in IJzer in Interieur en Tentoonstellingsontwerp Competition Category.


IJzerInterieur· 2025

The Joy Of Swimming Fish De Vreugde van Zwemmende Vissen Tentoonstellingsruimteontwerp

by Qian Zhen

A' Design Award in IJzer Winner in Interieur Category

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The Design

About The Joy Of Swimming Fish De Vreugde van Zwemmende Vissen Tentoonstellingsruimteontwerp

Het ruimteontwerp combineert ruimtelijke elementen met het poëtisch logische debat en romantisch denken uit "Vijverdialoog", waarbij "de vreugde van zwemmende vissen" als ontwerpconcept wordt gebruikt. Het drukt dialectisch filosofisch denken uit door middel van ruimtelijke representatie en brengt denkwijzen over, terwijl de charme van de Oosterse filosofie binnen de ruimte wordt uitgebreid. Vloeiende lijnen en dynamische structuren simuleren vissen die vrij door het water glijden en creëren een levendige sfeer. Dit ontwerp nodigt bezoekers uit om de ruimte te verkennen en te reflecteren op de harmonie tussen natuur en mensheid.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award in IJzer

The Joy Of Swimming Fish De Vreugde van Zwemmende Vissen Tentoonstellingsruimteontwerp is winnaar van de A' Design Award in IJzer, een prestigieuze erkenning die wordt toegekend aan goede ontwerpen die voldoen aan de professionele en industriële eisen die worden verwacht van goed ontworpen creaties. Winnaars in IJzer tonen grote vaardigheid, hoge specialisatie, deskundig inzicht en het creatieve vermogen van hun makers. The Joy Of Swimming Fish De Vreugde van Zwemmende Vissen Tentoonstellingsruimteontwerp wordt verwacht een hooggewaardeerde, bewonderde en gekoesterde creatie te zijn die praktisch en innovatief is. Dit ontwerp dat de A' Design Award in IJzer heeft gewonnen, integreert de beste praktijken uit de sector en heeft bekwame technische kenmerken die verbonden zijn met knowhow en talent. The Joy Of Swimming Fish De Vreugde van Zwemmende Vissen Tentoonstellingsruimteontwerp wordt gerespecteerd om zijn grondigheid en is ontworpen om verbeteringen van de levenskwaliteit te bieden die helpen de wereld een betere plek te maken.

Behind the Design

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Unique Properties
The exhibition space design of "The Joy of Swimming Fish" matches the space design with the poetic and logical debate and the thinking mode with romantic style in the ancient Chinese philosophy story "Pond Dialogue",It extracts "the joy of swimming fish" as the concept of the space design. The uniqueness of the exhibition space lies in its profound cultural heritage and the perfect integration of modern design.
Dimensions & Packaging
The design is situated within a rectangular glass structure, aimed at highlighting the curved characteristics of the interior space and enhancing its breathability. The building comprises a first floor and a second floor, with dimensions of 21.5 meters in length, 8.2 meters in height, and 13.3 meters in width.Site area:285.95 sqm
Tags
Fluidity, Pond Dialogue, Space, Philosophical Thought,Nature
Production Technology
By employing flowing curves and dynamic spatial structures, the design aims to simulate the state of fish swimming freely in water, creating a lively and poetic atmosphere.
Design Challenge
The challenge lies in how to express the essence of the story, depict the debate process between Zhuangzi and Huizi, while also ensuring the practicality of the space.
Research
When I am in this space, how can I perceive the joy of the fish, both as the fish swimming below and as the observer above, thus achieving a moment of unity between myself and the surroundings?
Inspiration
Huizi said,'You are not a fish; how do you know what constitutes the enjoyment of fishes?' Zhuangzi rejoined, 'You are not I. How do you know that I do not know what constitutes the enjoyment of fishes?'
Project Duration
The project started in October 2021 in Shanghai and finished in June 2023.
Operation Flow
In the concept of "the joy of swimming fish," the verb "swim" not only refers to the activity of the fish but also connects the interaction and communication between the two observers. This allows visitors to not only appreciate the art but also to profoundly reflect on the relationship between humanity and nature, as well as the individual and society, symbolizing the harmony between nature and life. By integrating the Eastern philosophical concepts of harmony between humanity and nature, and dialectical unity, it creates an environment that embodies both aesthetic and educational significance.
Patents
For copyrights: "Copyrights belong to Qian Zhen, 2021."
Image Credits
All Images Photographer :Qian Zhen

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