Canadian Pavilion - Migrating Landscapes

The exterior of the Canadian Pavilion
The concept of the exhibition and timber landscape, extends to the forecourt
of the Pavilion-
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Siting next to the German Pavilion in the Giardini, the Canadian Pavilion and exhibition addresses the issue of migration and the potential to influence and inform architecture and architectural expression.

The exhibition is a result of a competition for young architects, run over 2011 and 2012.

The viewer is immersed into an undulating timber landscape, in which the exhibits and models are placed.

Interior of the Pavilion - immersed into a timber landscape.
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Detail of one of the exhibits
Model of a dwelling. The architect draws from her traditional Romanian culture and domestic practices.
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