Cadence 文化空间 by Shahrooz Zomorrodi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award 铜奖 in 建筑与结构设计 Competition Category.

铜建筑· 2024

Cadence 文化空间

by Shahrooz Zomorrodi

Client: Zomorrodi and Associates

A' Design Award 铜奖 Winner in 建筑 Category

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The Design

About Cadence 文化空间

位于圣基茨和尼维斯巴斯特尔的Cadence艺术中心是一个与岛屿景观完美融合的多功能项目。其波浪灵感设计涵盖了休闲、商业和文化空间，促进社区联系和文化交流。项目的核心是一个露天圆形剧场，作为聚会和舞蹈的公共活动中心。Cadence象征着圣基茨和尼维斯的活力精神，邀请所有人体验其充满生机的本质。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 铜奖

Cadence 文化空间是 A' Design Award 铜奖得主，这是授予以创造力、独创性和敏锐见长的杰出设计的极具声望的认可。铜奖得主是技艺娴熟、创意惊人的作品，印证了其设计师丰富的经验、想象力与机智。预计Cadence 文化空间将成为一件备受推崇、令人钦佩且被珍爱的物品，兼具显著的专业性与创新性。这件赢得 A' Design Award 铜奖的设计融入艺术、科学、设计和技术领域的最佳实践，并因注重细节而出类拔萃。Cadence 文化空间出色地满足需求，触动渴望，迷住情感，并吸引好奇心。

Behind the Design

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

Unique Properties: Cadence Art Center in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, is a dynamic fusion of recreation, commerce, and culture. Its organic, wavy shell design integrates seamlessly with the island's landscape, while modular adaptability and site-specific orientation ensure harmony with the environment. The iconic open Amphitheatre, crowned with a climate-controlled roof, serves as a vibrant cultural hub, fostering community interaction and celebrating the lively spirit of Saint Kitts and Nevis.
Dimensions & Packaging: The project's design is based on modular units with approximate dimensions of 5x5 meters, forming the main framework for various activities in different spaces. These spaces include open-air and covered amphitheaters, play areas, cinemas, galleries, libraries, restaurants, and food courts, handicraft sales booths, and administrative offices. This modular system rotates based on the site's direction and also utilizes the terrain slope to minimize excavation. The interior design of Cadence aims to create connections between users and includes multiple entrances and voids.
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Production Technology: The production/realization technology for the Cadence project in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, involved a modular system with approximately 5x5 meter units forming the main framework for various activities. These spaces, including amphitheaters, play areas, cinemas, galleries, and more, were designed to rotate based on the site's direction and utilize the terrain slope to minimize excavation. The project also incorporated rainwater collection and reuse technology, with a rainwater pool at the center of the amphitheater serving as a visual element to reflect nature. Additionally, the design aimed to create connections between users through multiple entrances and voids, emphasizing a seamless integration with the island's identity and natural surroundings.
Design Challenge: The most challenging aspect of the Cadence Art Center project was reconciling the dichotomy between urban functionality and natural integration. The create a multifunctional cultural center necessitated a profound understanding of the island's identity and community needs. Internal factors, such as historical and social perspectives, underscored the importance of aligning with local culture and fostering a sense of belonging. External factors, including legal considerations and technological limitations, added complexity to the design process.
Research: The research conducted for the Cadence Art Center in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, transitioned from a hotel concept to a multi-purpose cultural hub through qualitative design research. Ethnographic methods, interviews, and surveys revealed the island's rich cultural heritage, environmental challenges, and community aspirations. Engaging diverse stakeholders informed design decisions to integrate with nature, promote social cohesion, and celebrate local identity. This shift resulted in the Cadence Art Center becoming a symbol of community pride, revitalizing tourism, and fostering economic growth through the promotion of local art and heritage.
Inspiration: Cadence Art Center in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, emerged from a deep reverence for the island's cultural richness and natural beauty. Inspired by the undulating waves, our design harmonizes with the landscape, integrating diverse modules for recreational, commercial, and cultural activities. Research-driven, the modular system adapts to the land's shape and orientation, fostering community interaction through twisting voids and an iconic Amphitheatre.
Project Duration: The design of the Cadence project began in 2023. This project is located in the country and island of Saint Kitts & Nevis, and construction is expected to begin, taking approximately 3 years to complete.
Operation Flow: The Cadence Art Center in Basseterre, the capital of Saint Kitts and Nevis, was born from understanding the island's vibrant culture and stunning scenery. Originally planned as a hotel, it evolved into a community hub blending commerce, culture, and recreation. Shaped like rolling waves, it's both urban and natural, offering spaces for music, cinema, and more. Rainwater collection reflects sustainability, while modular units adapt to the land. With an open-air amphitheater at its heart, Cadence speaks the universal language of dance and music, uniting locals and tourists alike in celebration of the island's spirit.
Team Members: Principal Architect: Shahrooz Zomorrodi
Image Credits: Image #1: Afshin Khodabandeloo, 2023
Optional Image #1: Afshin Khodabandeloo, 2023
Optional Image #2: Afshin Khodabandeloo, 2023
Optional Image #3: Afshin Khodabandeloo, 2023
Optional Image #4: Afshin Khodabandeloo, 2023
Video Credits: Zomorrodi & Associates