25×40 Arts Space Introduction
At the age of 25, Huang Yi-Chen, who was working in Taipei, developed a dream of opening a coffee shop after reading the book "The Heartbroken Cafe Song." After a 15-year career, she finally realized her dream at the age of 40 on Zhongzheng Road in Chiayi City. This is the origin of the name 25x40 Art Space, reflecting the two significant numbers. Upon entering the 25x40 Art Space, the old cypress wood house tells its history of over 60 years, which is also the reason why Huang Yi-Chen decided to rent this old house at first sight and spent three months on renovations. The high, open structure without partitions seems to welcome any passerby for an unexpected visit. The store offers irregular exhibitions and sells cultural and creative products. This inspiration came from Yi-Chen's time in graduate school, where she noticed that many artists and creators rarely had the opportunity to exhibit their works. She hopes to provide a platform for them to showcase their artistic creations. In addition to showcasing physical products, Yi-Chen also plans various cultural activities, regularly inviting renowned individuals from across the country to the store for lectures, workshops, and concerts, hoping to promote and invigorate artistic exchanges in Chiayi City through these events. The cypress wood house once connected to the adjacent building. According to the construction workers, the wood used in the house is a high-grade material from Alishan, indicating that this house may have belonged to a person of certain influence or economic status in the past. With the passage of time, this house has long shed its fame and riches, and after meeting Yi-Chen, it has transformed into Chiayi City's first open art space, sincerely inviting everyone with artistic aspirations to come here and share their beautiful dreams. Recommended dish: Alishan Tea.
