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Floating Pavilion in Groningen (Netherlands)
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Membrane |
Netherlands |
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General information
| Location address |
Groningen |
| Location country |
Netherlands |
| Function of building |
Entertainment & recreation |
| Climatic zone |
Temperate - cold winters and mild summers |
| Short description of the project |
The floating pavilion was designed as a stage for various events and can be towed to different locations on the canals of Groningen. Its architectural form was inspired by concepts of movement, dream , surprise, etc. The raft-like concrete structure at the base - 25m long, 6m wide and 2,8m high - houses dressing rooms, sanatary facilities and accomodation for performers. Its top surface forms the stage, om each of the long edges of which is a single row of high-backed, folding metal seats. The roof consists of two spiral elements that coil in opposite directions, with a translucent polyester membrane spanned between them. It conveys an impression of lightness and makes this mobile pavilion a striking spectacle in its own.
[Detail 8/1998, Mobile Structures, p 1428] |
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Misc. project details
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Duration of use
| Temporary or permanent structure |
Permanent |
| Convertible or mobile |
Convertible and mobile |
| Design lifespan in years |
00-05 |
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Material of the cover
| Cable-net/Textile/Hybrid/Foil |
Foil |
| Material Fabric/Foil |
Polyester |
| Material coating |
PVC |
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Main dimensions and form
| Covered surface (m2) |
150 |
| Total length (m) |
25 |
| Total width (m) |
6 |
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