The Pavilion by Atelier Lai aims to create a
CASE STUDY : minimalist, modular structure that integrates
harmoniously with its surroundings. The design
focuses on simplicity, transparency, and
THE PAVILION BY ATELIER LEI openness, making the building an extension of
its environment.
INTRODUCTION
Project Name: Pavilion
Site Area: 200m²
Architect: Atelier Lai
Location: Hangzhou , China
Type of Building: Restaurant
Architectural Style: Modern Minimalism
SITE CONTEXT
Natural Integration: The Pavilion’s design is
deeply influenced by its site, aiming to blend FIRST FLOOR PLAN SECOND FLOOR PLAN
with the natural landscape. The use of
transparent and semi-opaque materials allows
the structure to be visually lightweight,
integrating it with the surrounding nature.
Orientation: The positioning of the Pavilion
takes advantage of natural light, with
perforated panels strategically placed to create
shade and allow ventilation, responding to the
site’s climate and environmental conditions.
ELEVATION
INTERACTION WIT ARCHITECTURAL
NATURE: The Pavilion’s open IMPACT : Its design
design and transparency invite
demonstrates how
users to engage with the
surrounding natural simplicity and material
environment. efficiency can create both
FLEXIBILITY OF USE: The beauty and functionality,
adaptable interior spaces allow offering lessons in how
for a wide range of functions, modern architecture can
from intimate gatherings to harmonize with its
public exhibitions, making the context.
Pavilion a versatile
architectural space.
