Niskala Labuan Bajo - Landmark-Culture and Tourism Center

An unobstructive monument that gives back.

Different from common understanding of an iconic monument building, NISKALA is a relatively unpretentious and invisible during the day. However, the light emerges from the roof openings at night. It emits a light show that could be seen from far away, exceeding the attainable height of a 50 meter-high building.

 

Niskala Labuan Bajo - Landmark-Culture and Tourism CenterLabuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara

Niskala Labuan Bajo - Landmark-Culture and Tourism CenterLabuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara

  • ForIAI (Indonesian Architect Association)

  • Area22500 sqm

  • StatusCompetition Entry

  • Project TypePublic

  • Published2020

  • LocationLabuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara

The viewing deck design strategy that surrounds the main mass creates a looping circulation, accommodating activities such as jogging-walking tracks and bicycle paths. In addition, each side of the viewing deck leads to a different side of Labuan Bajo, giving visitors the freedom to enjoy the desired natural side.


NISKALA designed as a form of respect for Labuan Bajo, creating harmony with the existing hilly landscape. The viewing deck is designed like a pier, giving tourists the opportunity to lean back and enjoy the beautiful landscape of Labuan Bajo in 360 degrees. 


Looping circulation is the main theme of the visitor's movement on the site. Starting from the land perimeter, where visitors can go up and enter the main building through the 1st floor that also connects with the circulation in the building. Visitors are required to walk around the building to get to the top floor, while enjoying the view outside the ramp.


The museum, which is located on the upper floor directly connected to the skylights, giving a dramatic light play. The skylight's shape is adapted from the room's arrangement and an intangible grid.




The Light Monument

The light which emits from the roof creates an iconic landmark. Though it does not have a physical form, this light can rise higher than the maximum height of a tower (50 meters) and is very attractive to the visitors of Labuan Bajo tourist area.


  • ForIAI (Indonesian Architect Association)

  • Area22500 sqm

  • StatusCompetition Entry

  • Project TypePublic

  • Published2020

  • LocationLabuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara