Hanoi Ceramic Mural Mural by Nguyen Thi Thu Thuy |
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| DESIGN NAME: Hanoi Ceramic Mural PRIMARY FUNCTION: Mural INSPIRATION: In April 2018, Thu Thuy won the Silver ADesign award for the Hanoi ceramic mosaic mirror house. Given the positive reception of this project plus many of her other works of art in the city, Thu Thuy decided to continue to develop public art so it could be appreciated by millions of people each year at the Noi Bai International airport. The large plain walls in the terminal were the ideal location. Given Vietnams long tradition of making ceramic, Thu Thuy decided to create a large scale ceramic mosaic mural depicting the beauty of historical images of the capital city of Hanoi. UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: After the successful completion of creating the Twin Lotus murals on the facades of the Noi Bai International airport, Thu Thuy and the New Hanoi Arts company proposed to create a mosaic mural inside Terminal 2. The mural portrays .Hanoi Past and Present. featuring well-known architectural landmarks plus the natural beauty of the city. Measuring 27m wide and 3.4m high the mural features over 250,000 tiles 2cm x 2cm. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: This mosaic mural creates a powerful unified impression of Hanoi history and modern development. It is truly a visual experience. Using mosaic pieces as a paint palette, Thu Thuy and the New Hanoi Arts Company created a dynamic work of art, rehearsing the 1000 year journey of Hanoi. PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: In December 2018 the project was initiated and completed in April 2019. The mosaic mural is located on the 2nd floor of Terminal 2 at the Noi Bai International Airport. FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY: Fine Arts and Art Installation Design |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: To initiate the process, thousands of mosaic tiles were created using a wide variety of glazes. The sketch was enlarged onto a heavy paper. Mosaic tiles were affixed with glue and covered with transparent tape. When all tiles were in place, the mosaic mural was cut into pieces and numbered. After being transported to the airport, the mosaic sections were glued to the wall, the surfaces cleaned and additional tiles and color added as necessary. SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: The ceramic mosaic mural Hanoi Past and Present which measures 3.4m high and 27m wide is located on the wall of the second floor of Terminal 2 at Noi Bai International airport. All international arrivals are greeted by this mural as they enter along the walkway. The 92m2 mural was created using 250,000 mosaic tiles, each measuring 2cm x 2cm. TAGS: Ceramic mosaic, mural, Hanoi past and present RESEARCH ABSTRACT: Each year Noi Bai airport welcomes more than 18 million international visitors. This location provides the ideal opportunity to introduce travelers to the rich cultural heritage of Vietnam. Lead designer Nguyen Thu Thuy accepted the challenge to create a ceramic mosaic mural that spans the history of this 1000 year old city depicting ancient and modern architectural landmarks amidst the natural beauty of Hanoi. CHALLENGE: The selection committee at Noi Bai International airport sets very high standards for approving public works of art. Nguyen Thu Thuy submitted detailed proposals and impressive sketches to persuade NIA to accept her ideas and designs. Having to work during the night was challenging but necessary so travelers would not be inconvenienced. Many artists working simultaneously required refined skills, so the completed mural would reflect unified work of art. ADDED DATE: 2019-04-03 15:56:34 TEAM MEMBERS (1) : Lead designer Nguyen Thu Thuy and the designer team from New Hanoi Arts Company: Nguyen Hoang Tung, Nguyen Tung Ngoc and Bui Viet Doan IMAGE CREDITS: Image #01 : Photographer Tran Thanh Ha Image #02 : Photographer Tran Thanh Ha Image #03 : Photographer Tran Thanh Ha Image #04 : Photographer Tran Thanh Ha Image #05 : Photographer Tran Thanh Ha PATENTS/COPYRIGHTS: Copyright belong to New Hanoi Art Co.,Ltd , Noi Bai International Airport NIA and A'Design Awards & Competition |
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NAME: NOI BAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT PROFILE: Noi Bai International Airport combines the civil air operation in the South and military air operation in the North of the Runway. The Airport can serve non-routine flights and private aircrafts. Noibai International Airport (NIA) was established on 02.28.1977 under decision No. 239 / QD -TC, February 28, 1977 of the Civil Aviation Administration of Vietnam (CAAV). Noi Bai International airport is located in Hanoi city of Viet Nam. It plays an important economic, geographical, political position and is a significant transit point for the flight route from Europe, South Asia to Southeast Asia, Northeast Asia and the Asia Pacific region – the potential economic areas. On the other hand, NIA was located in clement climate area of the northern of Vietnam, with many attractive landscapes. This is an advantage and an edge for the airport to evolve as a hub of the region and the world. Nowadays, NIA has actively contributed to the process of building socialism and the construction and development of aviation. The development of Noi Bai international airport is associated with the development of the civil aviation of Vietnam. Noi Bai international airport was awarded the First class victory Medal and Third - Class Labor Medal in 1995, Second-class Labor Medal in 1999, First-class Labor Medal in 2005. Since 2012, Noi Bai international airports has been incorporated as a member of the Airports Corporation of Vietnam (ACV). |
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Hanoi Ceramic Mural Mural by Nguyen Thi Thu Thuy is Winner in Fine Arts and Art Installation Design Category, 2018 - 2019.· Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with Nguyen Thi Thu Thuy. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by Nguyen Thi Thu Thuy. |
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