This is a public space in a high rise building, including reception and reading space. Leisure and entertainment include a fitness space and outdoor swimming pool, etc. surrounded by landscaped pools and deeply planted natural green slopes.
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Commercial Architecture (Concept)
Firm
Chain10 Architecture & Interior Design Institute
Architect/Designer
Keng-Fu
Design Team
Keng-Fu
Location
Taiwan
Country
Taiwan
Photographer/Copyright
©Chain10 Architecture & Interior Design Institute
The property is close to the Tainan landmark Yuguang Island, which is known for its ecological diversity. Migratory birds come to visit as the seasons’ change. This combined with the environment create a very close-to-nature atmosphere. Bringing nature back to the city through architecture aids the sustainable development cause that every architect needs to live by. Most cities as they develop, tend to remove the natural environments but we will coexist with them. We do this by blending the immediate environment with that of the habitat at the location. Water being a key natural element in Taiwan, it is something embraced in every project.
The outer landscape pool surrounds the building, so when this air passes over the water, it naturally reduces the temperature of it when it hits the building. We used floor to ceiling glass which maintains the connection with the environment while reducing the impact of the abundant sunlight. In a sun-rich environment, you need to make sure the external temperature has a reduced impact on the internal one. The building design lets the air quickly improve the indoor air quality so that the influence of the ground heat is minimized. Hot air rises which means the space below is naturally cool and comfortable for residents.
There is plenty of shadow created due to the structure and other mechanisms. This is not only because of the strategic use of glass but also because of the physical suspended elements of the project. The public spaces use the difference modules to import light. The space has a different appearance of light and shadow over time with a light-permeable glass encompassing it. Viewed from the outside, pedestrians can appreciate the different elevations which create the feeling of community. The fusion of natural and artificial light allows people to use the space to interact with the green environment. Features inside and outside the building become connected due to the interplay of light, reflections and shadows.
The swimming pool is designed with the growth of natural trees to make use of shade and nature. Next to the swimming pool, a lounge bar allows users to interact. Spatial differences and the natural environment landscape have a good dialogue, giving people an opportunity to explore the natural environment in the building.
The fusion of the indoor and outdoor spaces create the appearance of two buildings. Actually, one building exists because of the use of architectural systems to blend the inside and outside. Humans and nature should coexist harmoniously. All life is closely related, and human existence should be accompanied by the rapid expansion of environmental conservation policies. The reduced consumption of natural environment resources is critical, but we also need pay attention to organic life, soil, and water conservation and biodiversity.