The exhibition "Ma Yansong: Architecture and Emotion" at the Nieuwe Instituut in Rotterdam presents the work of Chinese architect Ma Yansong and his firm MAD Architects. It emphasizes their challenge to conventional architecture through nature-influenced designs and emotive experiences. The exhibit, which runs until 12 October, displays various projects showcasing Ma's evolution from critiquing modernism to exploring fluid forms. His philosophy connects architecture with nature and emotion, utilizing multimedia installations to reflect cultural dimensions. Ma Yansong's recognition as a major figure in architecture was recently underscored by Time magazine, which named him one of the 100 most influential people of 2025.
The "Ma Yansong: Architecture and Emotion" exhibition at the Nieuwe Instituut showcases how MAD Architects challenges conventional architectural paradigms through nature-inspired forms and emotional experiences.
Ma Yansong's design philosophy, influenced by classical Chinese aesthetics, advocates for a reconnection of architecture with nature and emotion, pushing back against modern architecture's rationalist legacy.
The exhibition highlights Ma Yansong's journey from critiquing modernism to creating expressive forms that embody emotional and cultural dimensions, represented through dynamic models and multimedia installations.
Recognized for his influence in architecture and design, Ma was named one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people of 2025, solidifying his impact on contemporary practices.
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