2026 | Professional

NY Architectural Design Awards Silver Winner Winner

Immersion of Art

Entrant

C.Y.CHEN Architects & Planners | DA-YUN Interior Design

Category

Interior Design - Gallery (NEW)

Client's Name

Fo Guang Shan Hui Chung Temple

Country / Region

Taiwan

This project envisions a vibrant multifunctional urban center that harmoniously blends religious outreach, educational initiatives, cultural arts, and public gatherings. Its primary objective transcends the mere hosting of religious ceremonies; rather, it embodies the open and engaged spirit of Humanistic Buddhism. In this way, the center serves as a dynamic spiritual and cultural platform that seamlessly integrates into the fabric of daily urban life. To achieve this vision, the design utilizes spatial stratification and multifunctional integration, effectively addressing the complex needs and rapid rhythms characteristic of high-density urban living. Consequently, this thoughtful approach allows for a diverse array of public activities to take place in an orderly fashion within a cohesive spatial system. As a result, the project creates a welcoming spiritual space that is accessible to citizens and provides lasting value for generations to come.

Nestled within this multifunctional sanctuary, the exhibition space emerges as a pivotal venue for the appreciation of art and culture. As visitors approach, they are greeted by a large horizontal plaque gracefully suspended at the entrance on the first floor. This, coupled with the soaring ceiling structure, establishes an atmosphere of solemnity that invites deeper reflection. Beneath their feet, the frosted stone slab flooring harmonizes beautifully with a continuous arrangement of intricately designed religious relief stone columns, weaving imagery into the very fabric of the architecture. Moreover, the curved ceilings, enhanced by concealed light strips, diffuse light evenly throughout the space, creating an inviting and serene environment. At the heart of the exhibit, a stunning collection of wooden Buddha sculptures serves as a striking visual anchor, forging a psychological transition from the bustling movement of the entrance to a more contemplative state.

Transitioning to the second floor, one will notice that the exhibition environment adopts a neutral and restrained design vocabulary. Here, minimalist Chinese-style arches artfully frame spaces, delineating zones and guiding the viewer's journey. The backdrop, artfully composed of black, white, and wood tones, effectively minimizes distractions from any equipment, allowing the exhibits to take center stage.

Credits

C.Y.CHEN Architects & Planners | DA-YUN Interior Design
Chen Chao-Ying
C.Y.CHEN Architects & Planners | DA-YUN Interior Design
Chang Chia-Jung
C.Y.CHEN Architects & Planners | DA-YUN Interior Design
Liu Shu-Mei
C.Y.CHEN Architects & Planners | DA-YUN Interior Design
Lee Yu-Lin
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