Monica Hsieh
NEWLY ICON
Art Museum Extension
A new art museum, a new operational model
This design is an expansion project for Taipei Fine Arts Museum, aiming to address the issue of insufficient collection space in the existing pavilion. A new art museum is being constructed on the east side of the existing pavilion, utilizing the land previously used as a parking lot. In addition to resolving the problem of collection space, the more crucial aspect is the exploration of dialogue between the new and old art museums. Confronting the evolving forms of exhibitions in the rapidly changing future, we are gaining new perspectives and interpretations for the future of the art museum.
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2020
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Studio Project (NCKU Architecture)
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Art Museum Extension
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Taipei, Taiwan
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Kuang-Ting, Wu
Using the art museum's operational model as a design strategy
The expanded art museum offers a wider variety of exhibition spaces, as well as commercial activities and spaces to support the museum's operations, making the activities here more diverse.
Layered Circulation and Programmatic Connections
A sloped volume links the old and new museum lobbies, serving as an auction and event hall. Exhibition spaces are placed above, while a semi-outdoor zone below remains publicly accessible. Elevated walkways connect the sections at different heights, creating visual interaction across levels and linking the library, event slope, and circulation spaces.
Iconic Contrast and Landmark Identity
The entire volumns presents an image distinct from the understated and restrained character of the old art museum. The new addition adopts an iconic design as a bold contrasting response, aiming to convey the image of a landmark building.
Circular exhibition space
Narrow skylights create a dimmer indoor atmosphere, while the circular space's strong visual continuity makes it ideal for use as a digital exhibition venue.
Urban Engagement and Art Visibility
The corners of the site feature two circular volumns that engage with the urban environment. Projections on the curved walls allow the artwork to be visible beyond just the visitors within the space.
Multipurpose Slope and Museum Connection
In addition to serving as an auction venue, the sloped space also functions as the main connecting area to the grand corridor of the old art museum, making it suitable for multipurpose use.
