The design for this small museum of Chinese ancient pottery takes its form from the simple, vernacular shape of a house – walls with a gabled roof. This shape can be commonly found in China in both residential and commercial uses, and in ancient and contemporary times. By taking a highly recognizable form, the museum subtly fits into the Chines landscape. The approach to the museum displays this shape. Upon entering, however, this simple shape modifies into a geometrical hexagon. In this way, the museum both fits into common perception …

Ai Weiwei borned in Beijing in 1957, he is a conceptual artist, curator and architect. He studied at the Beijing Film Acasemy and the Parson School of Design. He has been one of the most innovative figures in China’s art world.

domus: Can you tell us about your recent work?
Ai Weiwei: I’ve recently finished several lectures at MIT, Harvard and Cornell University, mainly about my artistic, architectural and design activities. Currently I’m focusing on two or three architectural projects and a few exhibitions including Kassel Documenta, a solo exhibitions including Kassel …