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Browsing: Pavilion
Step into a world where architectural creativity knows no bounds, and pavilions emerge as awe-inspiring expressions of innovation. In this feature, we explore a fascinating confluence of traditional craftsmanship, sustainability, and cutting-edge technology, where bamboo, timber, and 3D printing breathe new life into architectural wonders.
Bamboo, known for its strength, flexibility, and eco-friendliness, takes center stage in a revival of architectural practices. We delve into pavilions constructed entirely of bamboo, where ancient building techniques meet contemporary design. These structures reflect the perfect harmony of nature and innovation, showcasing the versatility of this remarkable material.
Timber, with its timeless beauty and environmental benefits, is another star in this architectural show. Timber pavilions combine sustainability with breathtaking aesthetics. From intricate timber lattice works to modern timber-framed marvels, we reveal how wood is reimagining pavilion design, proving that tradition can harmonize with modernity.
3D printing, the frontier of architectural technology, brings an entirely new dimension to pavilion design. We unveil pavilions created with the precision and complexity made possible by 3D printing technology. These avant-garde structures push the limits of what can be built, opening the door to unprecedented design freedom.
James Rose’s studio 3D printed and build a pavilion at the University of Tennessee Research Park at Cherokee Farm with the assistance of industry partner Loci Robotics.
The goal of ITKE – FibR research is to investigate the morphologies of lightweight natural fiber structures utilizing the coreless filament wrapping technique. Over the last century, the construction sector has evolved into one of the most resource-intensive and environmentally hazardous human enterprises.
Using state-of-the-art parametric design tools and digital fabrication, KREOD brings together some of the most talented designers, engineers, and innovative materials to challenge current thinking and showcase sustainable and forward-thinking building methods.
The Geometric Computing Laboratory of EPFL has developed a new structural system called X-Shells for deployable grid shells. This system utilizes a scissor linkage mechanism that allows an X-Shell to transform from a compact state to a specific 3D shape.
CantiBox is a robotically assembled structure designed by Gramazio Kohler Research that represents a novel application of the design and automatic assembly of interlocking timber-to-timber connections.
Nex- Architecture collaborated with Xylotek advanced timber structure specialists to create a series of inventive laminated oak pavilions that are now enhancing the public spaces of Regent’s Place in London.
TOROO is a public art installation that pushes the boundaries of what is architecturally possible using bamboo splits as a building material. It combines sustainable construction with local craftsmanship to create a highly engaging architectural intervention that activates public space.
Perpetual Spring, The Climate-Correcting Machine, a project commissioned by the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Seoul, located in the heart of downtown Seoul, designed by Obra Architects.
The Mille-feuille Pavilion is a robotically fabricated temporary pavilion, installed at the University of British Columbia. The pavilion was made by students and industry professionals seeking to learn more about the roles of robots in timber fabrication.
all(zone)’s MPavilion 2022, designed and delivered by a female-led team, experiments with materials never before used in Australia to create a joyful environment for MPavilion’s summer programs in the Queen Victoria Gardens.