newitalianblood

The project consists of a solid part and a light one; the concrete volume is inserted in the ground, ambiguous in its rough material and precise geometry; the water surface appears as a hollow sunken in a rock mass. Above it, a white steel structure stands as a spot to contemplate the passing of seasons. The position, distanced from the main house, allows the pavilion to avoid a material and formal contrast. The pavilion roof emphasizes weather conditions; during summer storms, the impluvium roof shape leads rain to a warm water pool; on the sunny days, the shadow keeps the concrete floor fresh and shady. In a few elements, the structure offers everything you need to live outside: shelter from direct sun and rain, a small kitchen, and minimal services. The pavilion is interpreted as a minimum shelter to experience the park during the different seasons and not only as a summer facility.