Integration of Architectural Technology, Living Materials, and Cultural Experience
The Cineplex is a case study in multi-layered architectural infrastructure—an environment where spatial functionality, sustainability, advanced systems, and material identity are synthesized into a unified design response. Far beyond a conventional cinema, this complex acts as a cultural hub, designed with longevity, adaptability, and sensory engagement at its core.
Spatial Logic and Modular Programming
Occupying over 5,200 square meters, the Cineplex is organized around a modular theater grid consisting of 12 units . Circulation, threshold conditions, and collective zones are carefully orchestrated through principles of hierarchical spatial sequencing and human-scale interaction.
Key spatial and functional elements include:
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VIP auditoriums featuring programmable ergonomic seating systems
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A children’s theater using psychology-based chromatic zoning for cognitive comfort
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The region’s largest 3D silver screen paired with a 26.1-channel AuroMax audio array
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4K RGB laser projection systems with real-time light modulation
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Optimized sound insulation with precisely tuned RT60 values for acoustic clarity
Materiality – Natural Stone as a Performative Medium
The material strategy is centered on the integration of large-format natural stone with complex geometric modulation. Floors and vertical planes are articulated through a system of customized shapes and dimensional rhythm, establishing visual consistency and textural depth.
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Stone slabs range from 20×20 cm to 120×240 cm, including non-linear, parametric forms
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Dry-mount cladding systems eliminate adhesive use, reduce maintenance demands, and extend material lifecycle
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Mixed surface finishes (polished and honed) provide visual contrast and ambient light control
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Mechanically anchored stone panels with concealed subframes and expansion joints optimize performance and resilience
Acoustic Architecture with Biogenic Materials
High-performance acoustics are addressed using plant-based natural felts, installed throughout transitional and gathering zones:
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High NRC ratings across the 250–4,000 Hz frequency spectrum
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Breathable, antimicrobial, biodegradable, and fully recyclable
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Installed as acoustic panels and sculptural elements on walls and ceilings
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Designed to provide ambient noise attenuation and psychological calm in public zones
Stone Marquetry in Public Furnishings – Functional Ornament as Interface
Public furniture in the Cineplex is crafted using precision stone marquetry, establishing a tactile and symbolic relationship between user and space. These custom elements act as spatial anchors across lounges, foyers, and shared zones.
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Constructed from engineered wood, lightweight alloys (aluminum/brass), and semi-precious stone
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Fabricated using CNC milling with artisan-level hand finishing
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Geometry inspired by parametric logic and biomorphic structures
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Multifunctional as seating, tables, benches, or display pedestals
Contemporary Architecture Rooted in Durability and Ecology
The Cineplex illustrates how high-performance architectural systems can coexist with natural materials and culturally driven design narratives. Stone is used not just for mass and texture but for its symbolic and structural permanence. Felt becomes a sustainable solution to sound and atmosphere. Marquetry transforms ornament into function.
This is not simply a space to observe.
It is a space to experience, inhabit, and remember—where form, material, light, and sound coalesce in architectural harmony.
