SOUND ATTACK / Merve Nur Ülker
The Life and Sound Museum is located in Üngüt, Kahramanmaraş, and was designed around the concept of “sound attack,” inspired by the rhythmic waves of a heartbeat. Its unique form, with rising and falling triangular structures, captures the pulse of life and sound, inviting visitors on a sensory journey through architectural soundscapes.
Upon entering, visitors are welcomed by the Butterfly Garden, a symbol of harmony between nature and sound. Digital walls respond to sounds, constantly transforming and creating an immersive environment. At the Sound Tower, visitors can record their voices and leave behind audio memories, becoming part of the museum’s living archive. As visitors move through the museum via ramps and hanging bridges, they reach the Reverse Echo Abyss, where echoes dance across the cliffs, and balconies provide serene spaces to pause and listen.
Deeper into the museum, the Dark Room and Breath Corridor offer a unique experience of amplifying the human breath, creating a mesmerizing, intimate soundscape. The Sting Area, an open-air section, celebrates the harmony of natural sounds and human vocal cords, blending architecture with the music of the environment.
The museum also features a tranquil library integrated with a water element, positioned along a façade that opens towards an ancient tumulus, offering a serene retreat for reflection and relaxation. In the final open square, visitors find offices, a restaurant, and a museum shop, all surrounded by sound-inspired paving—wave patterns, piano key designs, and textured surfaces that engage the senses with every step.
The Life and Sound Museum is a one-of-a-kind experience, seamlessly blending life’s rhythms and the spirit of sound into a dynamic architectural journey.
