Chinese calligraphy is mainly based in three characteristics: status of mind, line and color. These tree concepts triggered ///byn original ideas for the Ordos Museum. A primary impression of non-organization is quickly overcome by a self-organized logic. Here, the museum volumes have found their own space in the park. The logics of placement come from many different aspects: orientation, functionality, targeted visuals, public space, creating a unique orchestrated sequence of spaces. More images and project description after the break.
The inhabiting/space populating logic in Inner Mongolia is grouping. Local herds of camels and horses are being used to browse the steppe in search for comfort. This comfort was only fulfilled when they would arrive to a decision to settle in the landscape. In the same manner, the always present clouds populate the inner Mongolian sky: groups of rounded and cotton locking clouds spread at the intense blue sky. Finally, the original nomads will settle their yurts following a constellation.
