Crevice Matxafka Farshaxanka by Socal V is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Abaalmarinta Lacagta ah ee A' Design Award in Naqshadeynta Qaab-dhismeedka, Dhismaha iyo Qaab-dhismeedyada Competition Category.

LacagQaab-dhismeed· 2025

Crevice Matxafka Farshaxanka

by Socal V

Client: Socal V

Abaalmarinta Lacagta ah ee A' Design Award Winner in Qaab-dhismeed Category

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The Design

About Crevice Matxafka Farshaxanka

Crevice waa matxaf farshaxan oo ku yaal Weihai, Shiinaha. Naqshadda waxaa dhiirrigeliyay qaddarinta buuraha iyo biyaha ee waxbarista Confucius. Qaabab waaweyn oo saddex-geesood ah ayaa soo xusuusiya muuqaalka dhulka jaranjarada leh ee Shandong, halka waddooyin qulqulaya ay soo xusuusiyaan marinnadiisa biyaha. Matxafku wuxuu ku taagan yahay goob dhan 6,000 mitir laab jir ah, wuxuuna leeyahay wadarta bedka dhismaha oo ah 10,000 mitir laab jir ah. Qalab parametric ah ayaa loo adeegsaday si loo hagaajiyo qaab-dhismeedka saqafka iyo si loo horumariyo dhaqaalaha alaabta. Aagagga bandhigyadu waa kuwo la habeyn karo, waxayna ka faa'iidaystaan iftiinka dabiiciga ah iyo muuqaallada dhulka. Ujeeddadu waa in dhaqanka maxalliga ah lagu soo bandhigo hab casri ah.

The Recognition

About the Abaalmarinta Lacagta ah ee A' Design Award

Crevice Matxafka Farshaxanka waa guuleystaha Abaalmarinta Lacagta ah ee A' Design Award, aqoonsi sharaf aad u sarreeya oo la siiyo naqshado heerka ugu sarreeya oo quruxsan oo soo jiidasho leh. Guuleystayaasha Lacagta waa shaqooyin aad u dhalaalaya iyo hal-abuur sare leh oo muujiya khibrad, hibo iyo hufnaan naqshadeeyayaashooda. Crevice Matxafka Farshaxanka waa shaqo la filayo inay noqoto shaqo quruxsan oo tusaale ah, xirfad cad leh oo hal-abuur qoto dheer leh. Naqshadahan ku guuleystay Abaalmarinta Lacagta ah ee A' Design Award waa hal-abuur aad loo dareemo oo la ammaano, waxtar leh oo hormariya xuduudaha farshaxanka, sayniska, naqshadaynta iyo tignoolajiyada. Crevice Matxafka Farshaxanka waa hal-abuur dad badan ay doonayaan, kicisa rabitaanno, keena dareenno wanaagsan oo abuura yaab.

Behind the Design

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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
Image 02: Creator SOCAL V
Image 03: Creator SOCAL V
Image 04: Creator SOCAL V
Image 05: Creator SOCAL V