42 PROJECT REPORT: RETAIL DEVELOPMENTS
The design’s undulating green roof could only be achieved using multi-layer construction methods
An elevated form Located to the east of Tainan, between the city and the mountains, the market takes “what is an often-prosaic” part of the food industry, and elevates it into a place for the public to experience food while appreciating the views of the landscape, says Winy Maas, founding partner of Dutch architectural firm MVRDV. This design comprises a simple, open structure with high undulating ceilings that allow for plenty of natural ventilation. Above the flowing ceilings is a similarly “kinetic” terraced green roof that folds over the top of the building and reaches down to ground level.
The terraces provide an elevated platform from which visitors can “appreciate the landscape that characterises this part of Taiwan,” with sheltered spots, benches and picnic tables included to increase use. “At the same time,” says Winy Maas, the building takes on the appearance of rolling green hills, “thus becoming a continuation of that landscape.”
The terraces’ planting has been planned to grow a different crop on each level – with terraces for pineapples, rice, roses, tea, and more. The level chosen for each
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type of plant has been determined by its climatic requirements. On one side is a simple four-storey structure puncturing the roof, which contains the market’s remaining spaces, including its administrative offices, a restaurant, and an exhibition centre where agricultural products from the region can be displayed. This is “ideal for school visits,” adds Winy Maas. The addition also provides a secondary access route to the landscaped roof - with an observation field on the balcony around the office on the second floor providing views of all activities within the market.
New proposition
This project was first proposed as an alternative to the existing wholesale market, which is located in the middle of nearby city Hsinhau and had created unwanted traffic in the area.
The central Government in Tainan City instead looked to find a new location on the east of Tainan, between the city and the mountains.
Thanks to its proximity to Highway 3 and public transport links, the site chosen is easily accessible from both the surrounding
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