London Festival of Architecture 2019 1 Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London
Stage: Completed Year: 2019 Photos: Lbmvarchitects
The Pavilion designed for the London Festival of Architecture in 2019 was an installation that sought to explore the theme of boundaries and their significance, particularly in the context of the Brexit political decision in the UK and global political issues. Our response to the brief was to establish a connection between boundaries, aiming to counteract divisions and conflicts between different parts.
At the heart of our concept was a gate that symbolized communication and interaction. This gate acted as a focal point, encouraging visitors to interact with the installation and explore the meaning of boundaries. It represented a metaphorical bridge between opposing sides, encouraging dialogue and understanding.
In line with our commitment to sustainability, we approached the construction process with an eco-friendly mindset. We wanted to create something that could be reused in one of our projects. To achieve this, we decided to utilize timber joists, standard size, commonly employed for constructing roofs and walls, and avoid any cuts.
The structure was composed of interconnected uncut joists, forming a curved sequence in both plan and section. This arrangement not only provided structural rigidity but also resulted in a stable and elegant sculptural form.
The Pavilion designed for the London Festival of Architecture in 2019 was an installation that sought to explore the theme of boundaries and their significance, particularly in the context of the Brexit political decision in the UK and global political issues. Our response to the brief was to establish a connection between boundaries, aiming to counteract divisions and conflicts between different parts.
At the heart of our concept was a gate that symbolized communication and interaction. This gate acted as a focal point, encouraging visitors to interact with the installation and explore the meaning of boundaries. It represented a metaphorical bridge between opposing sides, encouraging dialogue and understanding.
In line with our commitment to sustainability, we approached the construction process with an eco-friendly mindset. We wanted to create something that could be reused in one of our projects. To achieve this, we decided to utilize timber joists, standard size, commonly employed for constructing roofs and walls, and avoid any cuts.
The structure was composed of interconnected uncut joists, forming a curved sequence in both plan and section. This arrangement not only provided structural rigidity but also resulted in a stable and elegant sculptural form.