Distinguished as the sole city in the region to incorporate Tai Lake in its name, Perkins & Will conceptualized an Huzhou urban planning exhibition museum that draws inspiration from the flowing waters and silken textures. A Jewel Along the Historic Silk Route, Huzhou, a city steeped in history, graces the southern banks of Tai Lake, with Shanghai to its east. Renowned as one of the origins of silk production, Huzhou gained prominence when silk artifacts dating back 4,000 years were unearthed on its outskirts approximately six decades ago. Even today, silk and textile industries continue to drive Huzhou’s economic growth.
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Spanning an impressive 15,600 square meters, Huzhou Urban Planning Exhibition Museum accommodates a range of exhibition halls, office spaces, a conference center, and educational classrooms. The museum is beautifully surrounded by a nature park and the serene lake, making it a vibrant hub for cultural and community interactions for nearby residents. Positioned between the Central Business District (CBD) and the Tai Lake Holiday Resort Area, this project forms a crucial element of Huzhou’s Olympic Sports Center and Wetlands Park. Nestled within a lush, green landscape, with the scenic mountains in the backdrop, the museum stands as a prominent cultural landmark in the region. © Tri-Images

Drawing from the natural progression of silk production, the structure comprises two cocoon-shaped sections united by a transparent ...