Tiangang Art Center: A Modern Marvel by Syn Architects

Revitalizing Abandoned Architecture into an Artistic Hub

Syn Architects drew inspiration from the original structure and its surroundings, taking into account the building's initial condition and its location. The design team analyzed these elements thoroughly to create a design that would not only upgrade the building's functionality but also harmonize with its environment.

The renovated building now serves multiple functions, including an art gallery, hotel, and catering services. Unlike traditional scenic spots and resort gateways, the Tiangang Art Center acts as a gathering place for artists and art-related events, fostering a vibrant community around it. This unique approach to design and functionality sets the Tiangang Art Center apart from other architectural projects.

The main body of the building is coated with white granular paint, maintaining a purity of color. Its clean geometric form and absence of linear directionality turn it into a massive sunlight-catching object, further enhancing its aesthetic appeal. The building's sculptural presence, combined with nearby rice fields and villages, establishes a strong visceral connection between the structure and the natural environment.

The project, which started in February 2020 and finished in April 2021, covers a total of 2586.95 square meters. The design team faced several challenges during the project, including the site's disorderly initial condition and the original building's fractured structure. However, they overcame these obstacles by introducing additional columns and a new structural system, transforming the building's facade and giving the new organization of columns an aesthetic quality.

The Tiangang Art Center's design reflects the use of natural materials and light, creating an idyllic, pastoral atmosphere. The building's curved skylight provides even illumination throughout the main spaces, generating rich light and shadow effects throughout the day. This design element lends the building a kind of sundial effect, embracing the passage of time.

The Tiangang Art Center was awarded the Golden A' Architecture, Building, and Structure Design Award in 2022. This prestigious award is granted to marvelous, outstanding, and trendsetting creations that reflect the designer's prodigy and wisdom. The Tiangang Art Center is indeed a testament to Syn Architects' innovative design approach and their ability to transform abandoned spaces into vibrant, functional, and aesthetically pleasing structures.