The musical art center draws on the design language of the historic Town Hall-a symbol of Finnish spirit-while introducing modern functions like a concert hall, music creation studios, and children's music education. It revives a historical landmark, offering music lovers a cozy, nature-connected space, revitalizing the community, and addressing rural decline caused by urbanization, aging populations, and migration to urban centers. Inspired by Finnish nature, it uses recycled wood, sustainable bricks, and green concrete to create an eco-friendly space for musical inspiration.
Located in Saynatsalo, it serves children, elderly people, and underprivileged young people, revitalizing the town's culture and social life. From Finnish nature, the concert hall is supplemented with the old town hall, creating an outstanding cultural space that attracts music lovers. The project creates a quality music environment with opportunities for exchange, stimulating the regional economy. With the project as the core, setting up the satellite musical foundations around Saynatsalo Island to hold the potential music events in the center of Finland.
Bio Meng Zhao holds a Master of Architecture Degree from Harvard University.He is founding principal at Chuxin Tuoyuan Co., Ltd. With extensive experience in innovative global architecture, smart buildings, green architecture, and intelligent control systems, He has worked at internationally renowned firms such as SOM, UNStudio, Coop Himmelb(l)au, and Rafael Viñoly Architects. He has contributed to the completion of numerous iconic global landmarks, including the Doha Metro Stations in Qatar, the Chinatown Branch of the Chicago Public Library, and the New Stanford Hospital.
Other prizes Muse Design Awards / Architectural Design / Museum, Exhibits, Pavilions / Gold Winner Muse Design Awards / Interior Design / Cultural / Gold Winner London Design Awards / Interior / Cultural /Gold Winner London Design Awards / Architectural Design / Conceptual / Silver Winner iLUXURY Awards / Best Luxury Design / Best Luxury Interior Design DNA Paris Design Awards / Cultural Architecture French Design Awards / Interior Design / Cultural / Platinum Winner French Design Awards / Interior Design / Pavilions & Exhibitions / Gold Winner French Design Awards / Architectural Design / Conceptual Design / Gold Winner
