Paris based experimental studio Sane Architecture proposed a strong structure and a courageous environemental approach for the new Taichung City Cultural Center. The challenges of the project are strong: to imagine an architecture and an urban space unique to the climate and the culture of Taichung that combines a public library and municipal fine arts museum—the cultural flagships of a city—into one area, synergizing art, education and recreation.
Taichung City Cultural Center Competition Entry by Sane Architecture
The site is located on the northern end of Taichung Gateway Park. The project will integrate the park landscape to form a key cultural landmark and an entryway gesture into the park. In such a complex environement we propose a light structure, having as a key concept the ideea of PERMEABILITY, a complex urban space hosting the museum and the public library programs. The TCC will be an innovative mix between the natural and the artificial with a strong environemental approach, a new landmark for the area enhancing Taichung urban identity.
SANE architecture for Taichung City Cultural Center on e-architect