The master planning fully respects the natural ecology of the site and adapts to its terrain. As the project is located at an abandoned quarry, ecological restoration was carried out in tandem with the construction process. The architectural layout is in line with site's mountain terrain and existing conditions, and strictly controls the building scale and volumes above the ground. The courtyard-style buildings blend into gardens, which highlights the integration of architecture and landscape.  

The project refers to the layout of traditional courtyard houses, with the main buildings set along a main axis that follows the terrain. It highlights a south-north orientation, a symmetrical pattern and the philosophy of harmony in traditional Chinese culture, which embodies Chinese characteristics and majesty. Borrowed scenery, a classical technique in traditional Chinese garden design, is adopted in tandem with control on the volumes of the buildings on the east and west, to incorporate the mountain view into the venue. This brings varying visual experiences to visitors as they move from one place to another.

The architectural design combines traditional Chinese characteristics with modernity. Modern construction materials create a traditional Chinese cultural vibe. On the other hand, up-to-date design techniques endow the buildings with the features of the current era. In addition to an emphasis on openness and people-friendly principle, the project follows the Chinese philosophy of seeking for harmony between nature and humanity. Instead of creating monument-style large architectural volumes or spatial scales, the project manifests the spirit of the new era, which highlights green design and shows friendliness to people.

The preservation of archives is the core function of the project. All spaces for storage are interconnected to form a whole, which ensures the security of the collections and the smooth operation of all procedures including transportation, processing and conservation.