Shell Plaza

National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Department of Architecture, Taipei City

Project idea

Located in a forest park in the city, a plaza in the shape of a shell symbolizes the concentration of people's hearts into a pearl. Surrounded by staggered platforms, the flow of space becomes interesting, and the people moving inside seem to be in a 3D MAZE. In the 3D MAZE, there are Galleries and Platforms, hoping to act as a bridge between old and young through outdoor activities and art. The platform area is available for people to drink coffee and read.

Project description

Staggered up and down floors provide users with a feeling of “3D Maze”.
The duplicated columns make the flow of the first floor diverse and free.
Setting a reading platform in order to allow users to get closer to the outdoor areas.
A snaking gallery is placed to display the works of students, which makes the flow more interesting.
Stacking slabs designed into the shape of trees provides spaces for people to rest.
Water Falling, when it rains a nature scene showed up in the center of the Shell Plaza.

Technical information

Staggered up and down floors provide users with a feeling of “3D Maze”.
The duplicated columns make the flow of the first floor diverse and free.
Setting a reading platform in order to allow users to get closer to the outdoor areas.
A snaking gallery is placed to display the works of students, which makes the flow more interesting.
Stacking slabs designed into the shape of trees provides spaces for people to rest.
Water Falling, when it rains a nature scene showed up in the center of the Shell Plaza.