The Water Culture Center is a space that integrates exhibitions, training, and the exchange of traditional skills and crafts among villagers. As part of the project, an adjacent plaza provides a public gathering space, featuring an open stage for festivals, celebrations, and wedding performances.

The core concept of the project is to preserve the village’s unique stone architecture and traditional construction techniques. The architects placed great emphasis on sustainability, maximizing the use of local bluestone, a durable material that requires no additional treatment, significantly reducing maintenance costs and extending the building’s lifespan. By studying and refining construction techniques, the architects combined bluestone with energy-efficient strategies, making the structure more environmentally friendly. Sixty percent of the stone used in the building was manually sourced locally, minimizing resource waste.

Considering the rainy and misty climate, the building features a porous design with three large open courtyards at its center, ensuring ample natural light in all rooms. Additionally, colored skylights enhance brightness, particularly during darker seasons, improving the indoor atmosphere.

Located in the heart of the village, the culture center and plaza address the lack of public spaces, serving both as an exhibition site for visitors and a multifunctional public space for the community. The spacious passageways encourage social interaction among villagers. The entire structure showcases the village’s distinctive stone architecture, reflecting both the preservation and innovation of local building techniques.