In Binhai new area, located on the eastern coast of Tianjin in China, Lacime Architects has completed a large multi-use exhibition area called “Shimao·The Wave”. Combining a program of entertainment, “edutainment”, and culture, the project centers around a wave-inspired art museum, which has been achieved using parametric design and the latest BIM technology.

Located in the heart of the Bohai Economic Rim and close to Tianjin Binhai Aircraft Carrier Theme Park and Binhai Matsu Cultural Park, Lacime Architects has made the most of this expansive site. The entire bay area planning follows the concept of “point, line and plane to create a contemporary urban spatial sequence of man, sea and sky”. The art museum focuses on the theme of water and its form resembles the shape of a wave, creating a dialogue between the building and nature.
The entire exhibition area is designed with three major functional areas: the wave (art museum), an outdoor theater and the public space. Each area is connected with the surrounding beach. The building is separated from the sand dune and reef, looking like a floating space structure above the sea. The junction of the building also comes with three outdoor terraces overlooking the sea. This space lets visitors feel completely relaxed as they enjoy the views and sounds of nature.

An integrated parametric design is used for the skin of the building. The subtle arrangem...