Floating Pavilion in Groningen (Netherlands)
General information
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Location address
Groningen
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Location country
Netherlands
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Function of building
Entertainment & recreation
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Climatic zone
Temperate - cold winters and mild summers
Description
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]
Description of the environmental conditions
Material of the cover
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Cable-net/Fabric/Hybrid/Foil
Foil
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Material Fabric/Foil
Polyester
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Material coating
PVC
Main dimensions and form
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Covered surface (m2)
150
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Total length (m)
25
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Total width (m)
6
Duration of use
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Temporary or permanent structure
Permanent
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Convertible or mobile
Convertible and mobile
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Design lifespan in years
00-05
Involved companies
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Architects
Maki and Associates
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Engineers
Structural Design Group Corp.
Editor
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Editor
Marijke M. Mollaert
