Boat-Inspired Bahrain Pavilion At Expo 2025 Osaka Showcases Timber Craft, Passive Cooling, & Coastal Legacy

Boat-Inspired Bahrain Pavilion At Expo 2025 Osaka Showcases Timber Craft, Passive Cooling, & Coastal Legacy

A lattice of wooden joinery, inspired by the rafters of a boat, defines the Bahrain Pavilion designed by Lina Ghotmeh for Expo 2025 Osaka. Called Connecting Seas, the 17-meter-tall structure references Bahrain’s coastal heritage, echoing the forms of traditional dhow boats once used for transporting heavy cargo. The result is a pavilion that blends context,…

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#Seaside Pavilion Blends Tradition & Innovation Transforming A Chinese Fishing Village Into A Cultural HUb

#Seaside Pavilion Blends Tradition & Innovation Transforming A Chinese Fishing Village Into A Cultural HUb

Designed by GN Architects, the Seaside Pavilion is the winning design in the ‘Hello, Island’ competition. This pavilion, now gracing Chaishan Island, symbolizes the region’s rejuvenation. The island once housed a vibrant fishing community, but now the population includes less than 100 elderly residents, as many have relocated to urban centers. In response, the Zhoushan Government…

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#LIN Architecture Upscales A Pumping Station Into A Panoramic Observatory In The Countryside Of China

#LIN Architecture Upscales A Pumping Station Into A Panoramic Observatory In The Countryside Of China

In the heart of Yunnan’s picturesque countryside, just outside Eryuan Botou Village, LIN Architecture has transformed a once-humble pumping station into a breathtaking observatory. The Concrete Pavilion, completed in November 2023, pays homage to its historical roots while embracing a contemporary design that seamlessly integrates with the surrounding natural beauty. Designers: LIN Architecture and RAC studio…

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#This 3D-printed pavilion is inspired by indigenous shelters & can withstand extreme climates

#This 3D-printed pavilion is inspired by indigenous shelters & can withstand extreme climates

“This 3D-printed pavilion is inspired by indigenous shelters & can withstand extreme climates” International architecture studio Hassell teamed up with creative collective to.org and 3D printing studio Nagami to create an astounding prototype for a 3D-printed public pavilion. What makes the pavilion super interesting, is the fact that it’s built using recycled plastic. “The design…

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