Mighty Dragon on the Hill
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This project takes the image of traditional Chinese dragon, in the place that takes up 7 hectares. The case has to not only meet the complex needs for such considerable technology industry, but also account for the impact upon the environment and culture. According to the demand for production and function, there are six main buildings in the park, including administration center, research center, dormitory and production line. The architecture mimics the heat sink of engine, combining arch feature, taking the vertical element as main theme.
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Unique Properties
The architecture mimics the heat sink of engine, combining arch feature, taking the vertical element as main theme. By abstracting the primitive landscape of forest, the whole park is linked as a flat band. In reference to traditional Chinese dragon, and the seasonal changes of surroundings, the cliff of architecture is designed as irregular divisions that highlight the arch.
Tags
Factory, Architecture, Fukuta, Electronic Cars, Sustainability
Production Technology
To remain the original skyline of the hill, the overall architecture is designed to be short. The arch rooves will benefits the efficiency of solar panel installation in the future; meanwhile, they can decrease wind pressure, which shows respect to the primitive landscape.
Design Challenge
Fukuta is the big factory that produces electronic cars. Design group in this case has tried the best to reduce environmental impact and to insist on the spirit of sustainability. In addition to meeting all needs of the production team in the park, this case has also included original landscape and respected local faith, so as to be the paradigm that combines ecology and culture, and the leading dragon of technological industry.
Project Duration
The project finished in October 2020 in Miaoli, Taiwan.
Operation Flow
Considering the need of workers, there is great amount of green place in the park, and all kinds of green resources are included in living space.
Research
To broaden local influence, this case takes good advantage of the centurial banyan tree and the temple of Earthly God in the original location. The banyan tree is made the core belief of this factory of green technology, and the local traditional faith is kept. Being the factory beside a highway, a recharge station is available to benefit drivers. It not only serves as a rest area but also rid of the boredom of mass mechanic production in common factories.
Inspiration
This project takes the image of traditional Chinese dragon, in the place that takes up 7 hectares. The case has to not only meet the complex needs for such considerable technology industry, but also account for the impact upon the environment and culture. According to the demand for production and function, there are six main buildings in the park, including administration center, research center, dormitory and production line.
Image Credits
Image #1-5: Photographer Lin Pei Yu, Enjoy Mighty Dragon On The Hill, 2021.
Project Overview
Mighty Dragon on the Hill Factory has been a Bronze winner in the Architecture, Building and Structure Design award category in the year 2021 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
Bronze Recognition
T.E&C Architects & Associates was recognized with the coveted Bronze A' Design Award in 2022, a testament to excellence of their work Mighty Dragon on the Hill Factory.
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Mighty Dragon on the Hill: A Sustainable Factory Designed by T.E&C Architects & Associates
T.E&C Architects & Associates unveils the Mighty Dragon on the Hill, a sustainable factory project completed in October 2020 in Miaoli, Taiwan, integrating traditional Chinese dragon imagery with modern industrial needs.
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