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Taichung Tunghai University The Luce Chapel Restoration Project

INFORMATION

Project：Taichung Tunghai University The Luce Chapel Restoration Project

Location：Taiwan

Description：The Luce Chapel, designed by world-renowned architect I. M. Pei, is a celebrated architectural landmark and National Historic Monument of Taiwan. During its restoration, Sucoot was honored to provide a Ring Lock Scaffolding System specifically engineered to preserve the integrity of the original structure. Because no contact or anchoring to the chapel’s surface was permitted, the project demanded a scaffolding solution that was self-stable, precise, and adaptable to the building’s curved geometry.

Through detailed structural calculations performed by Sucoot’s professional design team, the modular Ring Lock System was customized to perfectly follow the chapel’s unique parabolic form while ensuring complete safety and stability. This project exemplified Sucoot’s ability to deliver flexible, non-invasive, and structurally reliable scaffolding solutions for cultural heritage restoration.

Challenges

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No physical contact or anchoring allowed on the protected structure.

02

Complex curved geometry required precise and adaptive scaffold configuration.

Sucoot's Solutions

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Engineered a fully self-supporting Ring Lock Scaffolding System with no wall ties.

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Conducted comprehensive structural analysis and 3D modeling to ensure a precise fit and uncompromised safety during restoration.

Engineering Data

  • The total height of the scaffolding is approximately 20 meters. It must be positioned close to the curved inner walls, patio, and floor-to-ceiling lighting glass of the front and rear doors, without touching the chapel’s main structure.
  • The central area of the scaffolding must be designed with an open space to preserve the passageway and maintain internal traffic flow during construction.
    Each level of the scaffolding has a height of 2.0 meters, with fully covered and stable platforms that do not wobble, ensuring a safe and comfortable working environment.

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