Founder of design studio Mass Studies, Minsuk Cho is the designer of the year which was unveiled at this year's Serpentine Pavilion and he unveils a look at the Archipelagic Void. It is a pavilion that will be opening in Kensington Gardens in London as of the summer season. This is notably Cho's first structure in the UK and it features five structures that are described to be islands.
Cho explains the design process, "We began by asking what can be uncovered and added to the Serpentine site, which has already explored over 20 iterations at the centre of the lawn, from a roster of great architects and artists. To approach this new chapter differently, instead of viewing it as a carte blanche, we embraced the challenge of considering the many existing peripheral elements while exploring the centre as a void."
Image Credit: Mass Studies
What's Driving This Trend
- Archipelagic Pavilion Design
- The Star-Shaped Structural Pavilions by Mass Studies showcase a unique approach to pavilion design, featuring five island-like structures.
- Integration of Existing Elements
- Minsuk Cho's design for the Archipelagic Void pavilion demonstrates the innovative integration of peripheral elements with the central void.
- Exploration of Site Iterations
- Mass Studies' design process for the Archipelagic Void pavilion involves a thoughtful exploration of the Serpentine site's previous iterations and its potential for new chapters.
Who This Affects Most
- Architecture
- The Star-Shaped Structural Pavilions exemplify new possibilities in pavilion design, offering opportunities for architects to push the boundaries of form and structure.
- Urban Planning
- The Archipelagic Void pavilion's integration of existing elements presents opportunities for urban planners to create cohesive and harmonious spaces that blend with the surroundings.
- Art and Design
- The design process behind the Archipelagic Void pavilion showcases the potential for artists and designers to create visually stunning and conceptually rich installations in public spaces.
