Sou Fujimoto to Design 2013 Serpentine Gallery Pavilion
London's Serpentine Gallery has announced that renowned Japanese architect Sou Fujimoto will design its 2013 Pavilion.
Fujimoto is best known for his delicate, lattice-like structures that explore the relationship between architecture and nature. His Serpentine Pavilion will be a temporary, site-specific installation in London's Kensington Gardens.
The Pavilion will be constructed from a series of lightweight steel tubes that will create a cloud-like structure. The tubes will be arranged in a random pattern, creating a sense of both order and chaos. The Pavilion will be open to the public from June through October 2013.
Fujimoto's design was selected from a shortlist of six architects that included David Adjaye, OMA, and Rem Koolhaas. The Serpentine Gallery's Pavilion is a prestigious commission that has been awarded to some of the world's most renowned architects, including Zaha Hadid, Frank Gehry, and Jean Nouvel.
Fujimoto's appointment is a testament to his growing reputation as one of the most innovative and exciting architects of his generation. His Serpentine Pavilion is sure to be a highlight of the London architectural calendar in 2013.
Selected Architecture Projects
In addition to his work on the Serpentine Pavilion, Fujimoto has designed a number of other notable projects, including:
- The Naoshima Art Museum (2004)
- The House of N (2008)
- The Musashino Art University Museum (2010)
- The Serpentine Gallery Pavilion (2013)
Fujimoto's work is known for its lightness, transparency, and playfulness. He often uses natural materials, such as wood and stone, and his buildings often blur the boundaries between inside and outside.
Conclusion
Sou Fujimoto is one of the most talented and innovative architects of his generation. His work is characterized by its lightness, transparency, and playfulness. His Serpentine Pavilion is sure to be a stunning addition to London's architectural landscape.
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