Three Impulses

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The Impulse of the "Beginner" Based on our identity as "beginners," this impulse stems from the numerous questions accumulated over nearly two decades of architectural study and practice. The exhibition serves as a platform to pose these questions and invite critical discourse.​

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The Impulse of Site Context Responding to the site's linear depth and its mundane daily state, we chose to reshape the spatial scale and atmosphere to generate a sense of tension within the existing environment.

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The Impulse of Human Engagement We anticipate the genuine entry of the "individual." This presence may trigger bodily inspiration, induce speculative behavior, or manifest as active participation in theatrical performances.

 

To materialize these three impulses, a "River of Questions" was conceived to traverse the entire axis of the exhibition space. The "river" originates from a workstation—symbolizing daily architectural practice—complete with computers, design inspirations, and "lighthouses." It passes through an enlarged platform and eventually flows beyond the entrance. The elevated "Debating Platform" (Bianjing Stage) is inspired by the traditional scenes of monks debating under trees. This platform encourages visitors to sit on the floor, fostering discussion or serving as a stage for theater. The floor of the platform is entirely covered with natural pine needles, while the canopy is draped with banana leaves. Pine needles, often used in ancient temples, evoke a fresh, natural atmosphere and add a distinct tactile layer. The banana leaves serve as a metaphor for "playing chess under the shade"—a nod to traditional garden living. As the fresh needles and leaves wither over time, they introduce a "degenerative temporality" to the exhibition, marking the passage of time through material decay.