Cultural
Kaizhou New City Planning Exhibition Hall
Information
Location : Deyang, Sichuan
Architectural Design : BIAD
Floor Area : 84173 ft²
Awards
2024
Winner of the Exterior Architectural Illumination at the LIT Awards
Project
Introduction

This project calls for a dialogue with nature. The lighting design, rooted in a precise understanding of architectural language, delicately paints the nocturnal ambiance of the work with restrained light, leaving ample "light space" for people to commune with nature.


The western facade of the building forms outdoor platforms in a tiered fashion, with cascading steps linking these levels. This design creates a clean, continuous, upward path, starting from the lower levels and ascending to the rooftop platform, seamlessly traversing the entire facade. During the night, our intention is to introduce people to the building through this compelling pathway. We have chosen to emphasize the facade of this path with uplighting. To mitigate environmental light pollution, the height of the light fixtures is meticulously controlled.


Another pivotal aspect of this project is the "bridge" that unites the water and the mountain landscape. During the night, light gently steers individuals along this pathway. All light sources are meticulously concealed, casting an inviting glow on the ground without causing any disruption. This luminous strip gracefully spans the entire site, eloquently connecting the water's surface with the mountain panoramas through the poetry of light.