The new museum proposed by Lyons has been designed in response to its context – to the park, river, city and the surrounding mountains. The concept connects the building and its spaces with the unique features of the site and its surroundings. Its form, spaces and circulation patterns have also been designed to provide a rich and scenic experience for museum visitors and to offer maximum flexibility in the display and presentation of artworks and multimedia. More images and architects’ description after the break.
The building form comprises three rectangular tubular forms which are stacked vertically. Each of these forms is inflected to connect with significant views from the museum site. The lowest form in the stack frames has views of the immediate parkland setting and the Yingge and Da-han Rivers. The mid level form inflects towards views of Taipei City and the Yingge township. The uppermost form draws in views of the mountain ranges to the north and south of the Yingge township.
