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"The Center for Heritage Arts" located at the intersection of Marsh street and Broad Street seeks to act as a space that not only allows people to experience and see ceramic based crafts but also gives them the opportunity to have first hand experience of how these crafts are made through interactive practical based courses offered by the Center for Heritage Arts. The purpose of this design is to amalgamate exhibition and learning spaces inside one facility to allow for smoother circulation and enhanced experience. The form tries to highlight the central segment which acts as a magnet and encourages people to spend maximum time within this segment. The design was inspired based on the properties and process of ceramic crafts which can be molded into any form as desired by the designer. The central cuboid section wrapped between two very symmetrical masses creates an immersive experience that keeps the visitors wrapped at the heart of the "Center for Heritage Arts."