The Comic and Animation Museum Embraces Modernity and Tradition
Meghan Young — September 4, 2011 — Art & Design
References: evolo.us & designbuzz
What could be more appropriate for a Comic and Animation Museum than creating a structure that is cute, colorful and cartoonish, just like the characters and worlds that are being showcased in this cultural hub in the first place? Nothing, that's what. By embracing the theme of this museum, the designers have created an experience that can be matched only by actual amusement parks. It is sure to entice many a fan, that's for sure.
Conceived by Spain-based architectural firm EMBT, the Comic and Animation Museum will be located in China. Although the building looks quite modern, there will be traditional and cultural aspects throughout as well. It features Confucian geometry with a mystical appreciation of nature. Yet overall it will have a sense of freedom and play.
Conceived by Spain-based architectural firm EMBT, the Comic and Animation Museum will be located in China. Although the building looks quite modern, there will be traditional and cultural aspects throughout as well. It features Confucian geometry with a mystical appreciation of nature. Yet overall it will have a sense of freedom and play.
Trend Themes
1. Cute and Colorful Design - The trend is to create structures that are cute, colorful, and cartoonish to match the characters and worlds being showcased.
2. Embracing Theme-based Architecture - The trend is to embrace the theme of cultural hubs, similar to amusement parks, to create a unique and entertaining experience for fans.
3. Innovative Cultural Design - The trend is to incorporate traditional and cultural elements while creating innovative and unique designs for museums and cultural hubs.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - There is a disruptive innovation opportunity to create unique and entertaining designs for cultural hubs, including museums and amusement parks.
2. Entertainment - There is a disruptive innovation opportunity to create immersive and interactive experiences for fans of comics and animation.
3. Tourism - There is a disruptive innovation opportunity to create cultural destinations that will attract tourists and provide an entertaining and educational experience.
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