Transfiguring Tradition Outdoor Theatre by Architectural Services Department |
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| DESIGN NAME: Transfiguring Tradition PRIMARY FUNCTION: Outdoor Theatre INSPIRATION: The district was once a fishing village rich in traditional culture, the culture continues to thrive under the rapid urbanization. On the birthday of the deity, the locals celebrate with colorful street parades, dragon dances and Chinese Opera performances. The project aims to provide a venue for theatrical and cultural events and to revitalize the harbor front. The design of the stage mimics the form of the headdress in Chinese Opera, symbolizes the collective subconscious in cultural emblem of the locals. The form is further elaborated with fins of dragon by contemporary materials. UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Revitalization and Urban Design The Square enhances the permeability and connectivity of the district. It destines to be a popular venue for all walks of life including principal local events like Birthday of Deities celebrations as well as wide range of initiatives such as concerts, school events and carnivals. In doing so, the project revitalizes the harbourfront and its surroundings, transforming into a vibrant harbourfront by introducing the public domain through Transfiguring Tradition. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: The project has become a destination point that revitalizes and activates the harbourfront. The iconic standing Main Stage establishes a strong tie with the rich cultural context while functions to avoid nuisance to the nearby residence, attracting varieties of activities including operas, concerts as well as carnivals to the district. The Feature Shelter is another multipurpose performance stage where the locals celebrate the dragon boat competition while enjoying the pleasant view of the sea. PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: The project located in Hong Kong was commenced on 11 January 2017 and completed in 17 December 2018. The opening ceremony was held on 9 March 2019. FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY: Architecture, Building and Structure Design |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: The Theatre Culture and the Continuity The design of the stage mimics the form of the headdress, which is the key components of Chinese Opera, symbolizes the cultural emblem of the collective subconscious of the locals. The form is further elaborated with traditional auspicious symbols, fins of the dragon, by contemporary materials. The continuity of the tradition, reflecting the vitality of the local culture, is in sync with the dynamics nature of the activities taking place in the Square. SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: Site Area: 4,750 sqm. Gross Floor Area: 740 sqm. Performance Stage Shelter Size: 22m (Width) x 12m (Depth) x 12m (Hight) TAGS: Transfiguring Tradition, District Cultural Square, Architectural Services Department, Tam Kung, Hong Kong, Shau kei Wan, Chinese Opera, Local Festival, Outdoor Theatre, Harbourfront RESEARCH ABSTRACT: Innovation and sustainability It is a pioneer project in Hong Kong by adopting the Automatic Sound Control System. Signals from amplifiers and monitor receivers are sent to limiter which automatically drops the output to ensure the noise level is within an acceptable range while ensuring the quality of sound would not be compromised. It allows precise and prompt response comparing to traditional control system. CHALLENGE: Effectiveness through Technology The major challenge is to design an effective stage shelter in a dense urbanization context. The structure with opening facing the harbour captivates the view while minimizes nuisance to the Noise Sensitive Receivers within 50m from site. BIM is used to run simulations to ascertain the optimal design for visual and sound enhancement. The acoustic cladding panel system acts as a barrier and standardized to enhance constructability. ADDED DATE: 2020-06-18 05:54:34 TEAM MEMBERS (6) : Thomas WAN, LAU Tat Ying, Peter MOK, Helen WONG, Leah LIU and Dodo LAU IMAGE CREDITS: Image #1: Photographer Image 28, Chinese Opera Performance at the Main Stage, 2019. Image#2: Photographer Image 28, View of the Main Stage of District Cultural Square, 2019. Image#3: Photographer Image 28, The Pavilion Sets adjacent to Harbour, 2019. Image#4: Photographer Image 28, The Night View of the Pavilions and the Harbour, 2019. Image#5: Photographer Lau Tat Ying, Tam Kung Festival Celebration, 2019. Video Credits: Photographer Image 28, Editor Architectural Services Department, 2019. PATENTS/COPYRIGHTS: Architectural Services Department |
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Transfiguring Tradition Outdoor Theatre by Architectural Services Department is Winner in Architecture, Building and Structure Design Category, 2020 - 2021.· Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with Architectural Services Department. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by Architectural Services Department. |
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