在高雄愛河的中游，擁有許多珍貴的工業歷史遺跡。而在這些地景當中，隱藏著近期在拆除與保留之間引發爭議的百年歷史建築-田町倉庫。曾作為台灣唯一存放石油的倉儲設施，並在戰時轉為軍事用途，存放大量彈藥。隨著時代變遷，田町倉庫逐漸失去了原有的功能，最終淪為閒置空間。然而，這座歷史建物並非只是單純的老舊倉庫，而是城市工業發展的見證。因此，在高雄這座快速發展的城市裡，如何在推動現代化發展的同時，維護珍貴的歷史文化資產，成為一項具有挑戰的課題。
面對這樣的挑戰，倉庫所在的區位為城市重要發展的關鍵，需要透過巧妙的地景縫合及規劃，並整合外部空間，為歷史建物注入新的活力，實現重新活化再利用的目標，為市民帶來更多元的公共活動場域。我們期望這樣的努力能夠賦予這座城市寶貴的歷史遺跡一個新的生命，讓過去的工業遺產與現代城市發展共存，使其在都市環境中能夠煥然一新，得以永續保存，為城市增添更豐富的多元面貌。

Moments of Resonance : Dialogues between Past and Present

In the midstream of the Love River in Kaohsiung, numerous significant industrial heritage sites stand as enduring testaments to the city’s historical and economic development. Among them, the century-old Tamachi Warehouse has recently emerged as a focal point of debate regarding its potential demolition or preservation. Originally constructed as Taiwan’s only dedicated petroleum storage facility, the warehouse played a crucial role in the region’s industrial infrastructure. During wartime, its function shifted, and it was repurposed for military use, serving as a strategic depot for storing large quantities of ammunition. However, as the city evolved and industrial demands changed, the Tamachi Warehouse gradually lost its original purpose, ultimately falling into disuse. Despite its current state of neglect, this structure is far more than a mere abandoned warehouse—it is a tangible piece of Kaohsiung’s industrial legacy and a reflection of the city's transformation over the past century.

In a rapidly modernizing metropolis like Kaohsiung, a critical challenge lies in balancing economic growth and urban renewal with the protection of historical and cultural assets. The Tamachi Warehouse, located at a key site within the city's development framework, presents a valuable opportunity for adaptive reuse. Through careful planning and the integration of surrounding spaces, this historic structure can be revitalized and repurposed to serve contemporary urban needs. Strategic interventions such as landscape connectivity, architectural restoration, and functional repurposing can infuse new vitality into the site, transforming it into a dynamic public space that fosters cultural engagement, education, and social interaction.

By embracing a forward-thinking approach to heritage conservation, Kaohsiung has the opportunity to preserve its industrial past while accommodating modern urban aspirations. The Tamachi Warehouse, if thoughtfully restored, can become a cultural landmark that bridges history and progress. Through sustainable preservation efforts, this architectural relic can be reinvigorated, enriching the city’s identity and offering future generations a deeper understanding of Kaohsiung’s rich and diverse historical narrative.