The city of Nanjing, China, traditionally known as Jinling, has a unique place in history.

The firm completed the building in 2024.

The upper portion rotates towards the bordering road.

Jinling Diamond Art Pavilion

One of the most alluring elements of the Jinling Art Museum is its ceramic brick facade.

AZL Architects also relied on a 1:1 physical model constructed on-site to corroborate the precision of the design.

As the latest addition to the cityscape, it perfectly represents the thriving yet ever-changing spirit of Nanjing.

Jinling Diamond Art Pavilion

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AZL Architects was tasked with designing the Jinling Art Museum, which was completed in 2024.

The design draws from the citys famous ancient walls, which date back to 1366.

Jinling Diamond Art Pavilion

The building is covered in 139,000 custom ceramic bricks arranged in a gradient pattern.

Jinling Diamond Art Pavilion

Jinling Diamond Art Pavilion

Jinling Diamond Art Pavilion

Jinling Diamond Art Pavilion

Jinling Diamond Art Pavilion

Jinling Diamond Art Pavilion

Jinling Diamond Art Pavilion

Jinling Diamond Art Pavilion

Jinling Diamond Art Pavilion

Jinling Diamond Art Pavilion