The Wound of City

PROJECT OVERVIEW

In remembrance of the lives lost during the strategic bombing of Chongqing in WWII, I designed a conceptual memorial hall by a lake, situated in the same park as the victims’ cemetery. This structure symbolizes the city’s deep wounds from this tragic period. The memorial’s design incorporates a slender, triangular entrance, evoking the sense of a profound wound to reflect the city’s long-endured suffering. The roof, peppered with circular openings reminiscent of bullet holes, serves a dual purpose: it represents the scars of war while allowing sunlight to filter through, symbolizing peace and hope amidst darkness. This architectural interplay of light and shadow transforms the space into a poignant reminder of resilience and remembrance. The memorial transcends its physical form, becoming a space of reflection and homage to both the sorrow of loss and the enduring spirit of hope, capturing the essence of resilience in the face of adversity and the unyielding quest for peace.

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