Tamsui Art Workshop Introduction
Tamsui Art Workshop was opened in 2011 and is not only the first public green building in New Taipei City but also rated as a "Diamond Grade" green building in Taiwan. The site originally housed a four-unit Japanese-style military spouse dormitory during the Japanese colonial period, and the building itself retains tiles from the original site for use in the interior decoration of the new building, preserving historical memories. As a result, Tamsui Art Workshop possesses high levels of environmentally friendly indicators in ecology, waste reduction, and energy efficiency. The overall appearance is based on the design principle of "new construction with old materials," employing green thinking strategies. For example, the workshop retains the historically significant "Japanese black tiles," cleverly pieced together to create a wall feature; the eye-catching "scroll-shaped copper chimney" not only facilitates natural ventilation but also reduces electricity consumption. Additionally, the incorporation of solar energy and large floor-to-ceiling windows contributes to environmental and energy-saving effects while keeping thermal radiation out of the building. The first floor mainly serves as a creative product exhibition area and offers simple desserts and beverages; the second floor is a multifunctional arts space suitable for small exhibitions, art shows, interactive teaching, film viewings, and seminars, with a dining area available; the third floor is planned by the center for cultural exhibitions, hoping this building will enhance the artistic development of Tamsui and create a new appearance for the area.
