Belawan Maritime Museum (Metaphor Architecture)

Abstract

Indonesia is a maritime nation with the world's biggest archipelago. Despite
the fact that Medan, and particularly the Medan Belawan District, played a
significant role in Indonesia's maritime history, the district's potential remains
unrealized and has not been utilized and accommodated properly. Media is
needed to accommodate and educate the public about the importance of
maritime knowledge by providing a museum that can function as a place for
preserving maritime history. Unfortunately, the interest of the Indonesian
people in visiting museums is still relatively low. Therefore, facilities/facilities
and infrastructure are needed to support the function of the museum so that it
is more recreational but still informative. The Belawan Maritime Museum is
located at K.L.Yosudarso Street, Medan Belawan District, and provides
information about Indonesian maritime affairs, especially Belawan. The design
approach used is the metaphorical architectural approach. The metaphorical
architectural theme with the shape of ships and waves applied to the museum
is intended to optimize the appearance and marketability of this building. The
use of metaphorical themes is closely related to the visual impression and
meaning to be displayed in the building. This building is also expected to
become an icon in the area. It is hoped that the design of the Belawan
Maritime Museum can further increase the interest and insight of the
Indonesian people, especially Medan City, about Indonesian maritime affairs
and become one of the attractions of Medan City, especially Medan Belawan
District, as a tourist destination for local and foreign tourists.
Keywords: Belawan, maritime, metaphor architecture, museum