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Coast Whale Chapel by Zhang Jinyu

Coast Whale Chapel

Golden A' Design Award Winner 2020

architectural visualization, contemporary sacred architecture, biomorphic design, whale-inspired form, parabolic roof, curved timber structure, weathered gray cladding, honey-toned interior wood, volcanic beach setting, charcoal sand, overcast sky, cool gray atmosphere, pearl luminosity, glass curtain wall, transparent facade, cantilevered shelter, organic modernism, contemplative space, coastal siting, Nordic aesthetic, maritime reference, natural material palette, striated texture, horizontal timber paneling, boulder landscaping, bird silhouettes, aerial perspective, low-key tonal range, warm-cool contrast, diffused natural light, phenomenological architecture, threshold space, interior-exterior dialogue, sculptural envelope, spiritual retreat, meditative atmosphere, zoomorphic architecture, sustainable aesthetic, timber construction, minimalist sanctuary, reverent mood, aspirational form, sheltering gesture, landscape integration, processional pier, tidal edge

The bionic form of the whale became the language of this chapel. A whale stranded on the coast of Iceland. A person can enter its body through a low fishtail and experience the perspective of a whale looking at the ocean where is easier for humans to reflect on the neglect of environmental degradation. The supporting structure falls on the beach to ensure minimal damage to the natural environment. Natural and environmentally friendly materials make this project a tourist destination that calls for environmental protection.