Taiwan is the origin of Austronesian culture, and is located at the northern-most area of the cultural region. The unique Austronesian architectural style has been shaped by its climate, oceans and forest, and has deeply inspired our design concept. Just within 50 km, Taitung?s topography ranges from sea level to mountains of 3000 meters. Taitung consists of seven different tribes, spread between the ocean and the mountains. 

Architects: Bio-architecture Formosana

Location: Taitung City, Taitung County, Taiwan 950

Project Team: Hsiao Hsian WANG, Wen Yao Wung, Hsin Yi CHEN, Zi Feng CHEN, Hui Zhen ZHU, You Liang ZHOU, Yi Yan SIU, Yan Xuan CHEN, Yu Ting WEI, Zhen Jia LI, Yue Lun TSAI

Area: 1921.0 m2
Project Year: 2016

From the architect. Taiwan is the origin of Austronesian culture, and is located at the northern-most area of the cultural region. The unique Austronesian architectural style has been shaped by its climate, oceans and forest, and has deeply inspired our design concept. Just within 50 km, Taitung?s topography ranges from sea level to mountains of 3000 meters. Taitung consists of seven different tribes, spread between the ocean and the mountains. 

This project aims to portray the architectural elements of the Austronesian culture. The design uses a large roof covering, creating a shaded space suitable for Austronesian activities. The design facilitates wind flow througho...