Folded pavilion structure embracing texture and craft, and confluence of interior and exterior. Various cubic volumes connecting to it in all directions.

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Architects: Alexis Dornier

Location: MAS, Ubud, Gianyar, Bali, Indonesia

Area: 450.0 sqm

Project Year: 2016

Photographs: Alexis Dornier

Construction: Surya Kembar Properti

Interior Design: Alexis Dornier, Client

Collaborators: Jonas Ruf (Kitchen)

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From the architect. Folded pavilion structure embracing texture and craft, and confluence of interior and exterior. Various cubic volumes connecting to it in all directions.
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Standing on a seemingly solid plinth, the pavilion gives shelter from heavy tropical rain falls and sun, while enabling full, unobstructed enjoyment of the lush surrounding of rice fields and jungle.

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The pavilion is a wood clad space truss made of steel and decked with traditional teak wood shingles.

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Different cross sections of cantilevering A-frames create a sequence of warped surfaces that give the ceiling its character. The roof shelters communal activities and emphasizes a place of gathering.

Plan 2

As further reading suggests the house has two fronts, meaning...