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Crevice Muzej umetnosti by Socal V

Crevice Muzej umetnosti by Socal V is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Сребрна награда A' Design Award in Дизајн архитектуре, зграда и конструкција Competition Category.


СребрнаАрхитектура· 2025

Crevice Muzej umetnosti

by Socal V

Client: Socal V

Сребрна награда A' Design Award Winner in Архитектура Category

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The Design

About Crevice Muzej umetnosti

Crevice je muzej umetnosti u Vejhaju, u Kini. Dizajn je inspirisan uvažavanjem planina i vode u Konfučijevim učenjima. Velike trougaone forme podsećaju na terasasti pejzaž Šandonga, dok fluidne staze evociraju njegove vodene tokove. Muzej se nalazi na parceli od 6.000 kvadratnih metara i ima ukupnu građevinsku površinu od 10.000 kvadratnih metara. Parametarski alati korišćeni su za usavršavanje krovne konstrukcije i unapređenje ekonomičnosti materijala. Izložbeni prostori su prilagodljivi i koriste prirodno osvetljenje i poglede na pejzaž. Namera je da se lokalna kultura predstavi na savremen način.

The Recognition

About the Сребрна награда A' Design Award

Crevice Muzej umetnosti је добитник Сребрне награде A' Design Award, изузетно престижног признања које се додељује врхунским, предивним и импресивним дизајнима. Добитници Сребрне награде неизмерно су бриљантна и изузетно креативна дела која илуструју изузетну стручност, таленат и оштроумност својих дизајнера. Очекује се да Crevice Muzej umetnosti буде дивно, узорно дело, запажено професионално и дубоко иновативно. Овај дизајн награђен Сребрном наградом A' Design Award веома је запажен, дивљен изум који користи и помера границе уметности, науке, дизајна и технологије. Crevice Muzej umetnosti је творевина којој многи завиде, која буди жеље, доноси позитивна осећања и изазива чуђење и дивљење.

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

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