A Pavilion....

A Pavilion....

[definition] a free standing structure whose architecture makes it an object of pleasure.

The purpose of this pavilion was to create an outdoor structure that can be enjoyed year round. The pavilion is comprised of two spaces that take on new characteristics as the months change. The northern space is more open, providing views to the north, shading the southern sun, and accommodating the light northern breeze. The southern space shades the summer sun but allows the winter sun inside, allows for views to the south, and the striations in the façade provide a gentle breeze. The overall form of the pavilion twists and turns to accommodate blocking the sun, providing entry, enclosing space, partitioning space, and creating seating. The form is also striated by contours that allow light to pass into the pavilion and decorate the ground plane with constantly changing shadows. The shadows create an ever changing atmosphere inside the pavilion, helping marking the passage of the seasons.

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