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Donna Simon

Donna Simon

Gold Coast, AU

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The Paradigm Pavilion

Studying the paradigms, style and drawing technique of a selected architect, we were tasked with creating a pavilion at the Home Of The Arts, in the Gold Coast. 

Inspired by Shigeru Ban’s natural, organic forms as well as his use of cardboard tubes as a material, I designed a pavilion where people can re-connect with nature as well as appreciate the outdoor artwork of HOTA. 

The open-air pavilion allows users the freedom to wander around, through the pavilion, appreciating the artwork and natural site. The pavilion plays on the notion of permanence vs. temporary and allows a variety of permanent spaces as compared to adjustable tube ‘panels’. 

 
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Status: School Project
Location: Gold Coast, AU