Garbage Archives

The quantity of waste is ever-increasing due to consumer culture, the growth of productivity, and the underdevelopment of the circular economy. Thus, it has become an enormous challenge, threatening both mother nature and our living environment.

Australia generates huge amounts of waste annually and domestic garbage takes a large proportion. Every year, over 20 million tons of domestic waste are transported to hundreds of landfills in urban areas, where the soil is being eroded gradually.

The goal of this project is to design a museum called "Garbage Archives''. This building gives a warning about the effect of human activities. It also creates a connection between individuals, resources, and the environment. The museum points out the boundary of space that belongs to every individual and explains the "archives” in an architectural language, inspiring the public to face environmental issues with rational and critical thinking.

In a place enriched with eco-friendly culture and different activities, the project tightens the connection between the natural environment and local communities. In addition, the design adapts abstract expressions and forms to create multiple types of space, enlightening visitors to have a moment of reflection when they are having a hands-on experience.