Centred on the design concept of the diamond and its properties of light reflection and refraction, this project creates a membrane‑structure system for Zone‑B of Dangdai Hongfu MOMA, with the core narrative of “gathering light — where people converge”. The commercial public space is conceived as a vessel for light: refracted light is captured and channelled, ultimately converging toward areas of human activity.
The design begins with pedestrian‑flow analysis. Rooted in real‑world behavioural logic — *where people appear and where they move toward* — a differentiated membrane‑material strategy is established. Colourful low‑transmittance membranes are applied in high‑density pedestrian zones to create visual focal points while providing moderate shading for enhanced lingering experience. High‑transmittance membranes are deployed in low‑traffic zones to admit natural light and preserve spatial openness. Transparency and colour of membranes become rational responses to human behaviour rather than purely decorative treatments.
The whole system consists of modular diamond‑shaped units with well‑defined anchor points for repetitive assembly. Suspended overhead with minimal dead‑weight, the tensile membrane achieves high strength and ductile extensibility, delivering large‑span coverage without cumbersome supports. By deploying ultra‑light materials, maximum spatial freedom and visual transparency are obtained. Realising the “light‑gathering” concept amid real‑world pedestrian movement, the structure forms an urban node balancing functional efficiency, artistic temperament and commercial vitality.
Based on pedestrian patterns within the commercial public space, colourful low‑transmittance membranes reinforce visual focus and offer shading in crowded zones, whereas high‑transmittance membranes bring in natural light for less‑frequented areas. Membrane transparency and colour are not arbitrary aesthetic choices, but rational decisions derived from pedestrian‑distribution data. This differentiated configuration responds to genuine spatial usage demands and generates dramatic figure‑ground tension.
The diamond‑shaped resting plaza acts as the site’s luminous focal point. Membrane units increase in dimension progressively outward from the centre. The physical principle of light diffuse reflection directly informs spatial layout. The spatial sequence unfolds sequentially: *passing by → pausing → gathering*, building layered sense of place. Visual guidance draws visitors toward the vivid, intricate diamond plaza, forming a dynamic gathering hub in line with the catalytic logic of urban catalysts.
Diamond‑shaped membrane panels serve as fundamental building blocks. Ordered arrangement of structural anchor points generates a repeatable, combinable array system. Each diamond unit functions both as a load‑bearing structural component and an aesthetic visual element. Its form “grows” directly from force logic, achieving high integration of structural performance and architectural expression. Aligned with modular construction and prefabrication trends, the system embodies sustainable principles for efficient material utilisation.
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