This project involves designing an art center dedicated to Swedish artist Hilma af Klint. The design proposal aspires to commemorate not only the artist herself but also spirits of people who have passed away, reflecting Hilma af Klint’s belief in invisible realms and higher planes of existence that transcend the material world.

The square building is shaped by three shells: an outer layer of function, an inner core of farewell, and between them a narrow corridor of art. Acting as a threshold, this in-between space reveals Hilma af Klint’s paintings through subtle openings, guiding mourners through the rituals of departure. Semi-outdoor in nature, the corridor gently mediates the passage from the practical to the poetic.

The program of a crematorium as an exhibition space aims to foster a closer relationship with the concept of death, serving as a bridge to understanding the theosophical themes hidden in Hilma’s paintings. By neglecting conventional archetypes of an art space, this project aspires to reflect the essence in Hilma her paintings: fostering a connection between humanity and the cosmos, transcending individual egos.