페터 춤토르 건축에 나타난 상징적 이미지 표현에 관한 연구

Abstract

(Background and Purpose) Peter Zumthor’s architecture transcends functional requirements by conveying meaning and identity through symbolic elements. His work reflects the essence of materials and their regional context, thereby offering a unique and sensory spatial experience. Beyond mere practicality, Zumthor’s designs incorporate symbolic imagery that imparts cultural significance and distinct identities to the space that he creates. This study analyzes how symbolism and identity are realized in Zumthor’s architecture, ultimately identifying the originality of his approach and presenting new strategies for the application of symbolic elements in contemporary architectural design. (Method) Drawing on an extensive literature review, this study first examines Zumthor’s architectural philosophy and the concept of symbolic imagery to build a theoretical foundation based on existing studies. Subsequently, representative Zumthor buildings were selected as case studies. Four analytical concepts were employed for each chosen project: harmony of space with nature and materials, the relationship between identity and regional context, conceptual meaning and value embedded in the design, and the manifestation of symbolism and image expression. By structuring the analysis around these four dimensions, this study sought to clarify how symbolic imagery is concretely expressed in each architectural work.(Results) The case study analysis revealed that Zumthor’s symbolic imagery primarily emerges from the properties of materials and sense of place. This approach plays a crucial role in conveying meaning and identity. For example, Therme Vals provides an integrated experience that seamlessly blends with the surrounding natural environment. The interplay between light and material enables users to engage in profound spatial experiences. Such symbolic imagery extends beyond a building’s external appearance and functions as a potent means of transmitting an original message through the user’s sensory and emotional experiences. By examining these selected works, this study delineated the cultural significance embedded in Zumthor’s symbolic imagery and clarified how users interact with architectural spaces at an experiential level.(Conclusions) This study concludes that in Peter Zumthor’s architecture, symbolism, rooted in the intrinsic qualities of materials and a strong sense of place, effectively conveys specific meanings and identities, enriching the user’s sensory and emotional experience. Zumthor’s work creates original and profound spatial encounters by harmonizing nature and materials, offering a valuable precedent for new approaches for integrating symbolic imagery into contemporary architecture. Furthermore, by reevaluating the originality of Zumthor’s architectural philosophy, this study identifies design principles that connect identity with user experience, thereby proposing new possibilities for symbolic expression and spatial design within modern architectural practice.