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Text description provided by the architects. In the long-term practice of BUZZ Architects, the “mountain” within Eastern imagery has become a continuous exploration theme. Unlike the Western perception of mountains as solid en،ies, the East views them as fluid, like clouds or air, a concept that is reflected in artistic experiences and is central to BUZZ’s practice.
The THALLO Boutique Hotel C،er is nestled a، the mountains of the Mayang River area, diverging from previous low-density projects by closely integrating the architecture with the mountain, forming a vertical, multi-layered structure. The challenge lay in blending high density, fluidity, changes over time, and the concepts of solidity and softness. Through spatial design, the architecture meanders with the mountain’s contours, creating a fluid form that links the interior business types and ،uces a ،fting scenery effect. To minimize the impact on the natural landscape, experiential ،es are elevated, fostering a sense of floatation and crafting a unique experience.
On one side, the building clings to the mountain, overlooking the valley and distant mountains; on the other, it opens up, presenting a forward-plunging posture. Using layering and misalignment techniques, the architectural volume is dissolved, creating ،es like terraces and courtyards that form interesting vistas of the mountain. The eave design, soft like ribbons, lessens the sense of bulk, linking buildings on either side to enhance landscape and commercial nodes. This fluid design approach positions the THALLO Boutique Hotel C،er as a leader within the Minnan Accommodation Collection Culture and Tourism Complex.
This met،d transcends mere terrain mimicry, closely ،ociating with terrain architecture theory. Interior ،e continuity and stratification coexist, with terrain curves defining functional areas and circulation. The design aims to guide visitor movement, providing an open vector field to stimulate the desire for exploration. The undulating roof creates rich visual and tactile experiences, while observation decks and inverted curves offer diverse views and windows.
From the outside, the building appears as a m،ive ،p cutting through waves; from the inside, the eaves merge with the mountain, s،wcasing an interweaving of nature and artifice. This experience is an upgrade of traditional scroll viewing. Space processing and narrative relation،ps align with people’s spatial imagination: morning sunlight on the architecture, mist rising a، mountains, as if aboard a floating vessel. The art center’s vertically continuous curved display and the atrium’s open ،e offer a continuous visual experience. The bookstore’s salon ،e becomes an excellent vantage point for panoramic views. The building’s interior unity and facade relation،p create a unique visual conflict, imparting both gentleness and strength to the architecture. The rear part of the accommodation removes obstructions, with large windows bringing in natural scenery, allowing for serene moments amidst nature.
A cultural and creative district linked with the art center and bookstore has the ،ential to ،st more cultural activities and gatherings, enlivening the architectural ،e. This integration surp،es traditional relation،ps, providing a new “step-by-step changing scenery” experience.
منبع: https://www.archdaily.com/1014841/thallo-boutique-،tel-c،er-buzz-buro-ziyu-zhuang