Croatian Pavilion at the Venice Biennale
Croatian Pavilion_Interior
The floating pavilion is built on an existing barge with dimensions of 10m x 20m x 3m. The pavilion structure is in the form of a cargo of 32 tons of welded wire mesh, with more than 40 layers spaced so that they form a solid volume with approximate dimensions of 19m x 9m x 5,5m. Inside the volume is a carved out space shaped by varying contours that form the main space as well as protrusions and openings toward the outside. Almost invisible form a distance, the structure reveals itself with different densities of steel mesh, transparencies, and vision lines, forming stunning visual effects and experience of space by very simple means.
The reason behind selecting this structure as a case is because of its unusual appearance and method of construction. This is a perfect example for how a structural network acts as a breathing membrane in terms of light and ventilation. At the same time it creates a drama of appearing and disappearing skin. Almost gives you a feeling of reverie.
