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This ornate scheme was a way of exploring the concept of a membrane which responds to fluids and fluid like objects such as wind, light and groups of people. The upper part of the structure is warped and pulled open to let light into the space. Petal shaped panels are attached to motors in order to regulate wind. On the lower level, the walls of the pavillion expand to hold appliances, furnature and sleeping people. They swell with occupation. Groups of people are much more corse as a fluid than light, or air. The displacement walls are only split once to admit people as opposed to the intricately perforated upper part of the building.
The building is also an exploration the human need for both a stable enclosed environment and a dynamic stimulating and even unplesant environment. An upper level visitors come in contact with the elements as well as to the flipping wind panels controled by the people inside. This chaotic, uncontrollable environment is joined by a set of stairs to the most enclosed part of the booth. Here, on the inside, visitors interact with displays about how it will be easier for us to provide for ourselves in the future.
I would like to look at how these high brow concepts could be adapted in response to a homeless, or transient occupant.
last updated 2.21.2005 by home
