In the final instalment of Dezeen and Gaggenau's Architecture Project Talks series, Nigerian architect Tosin Oshinowo will give a presentation about Coral Pavilion. You can register via this link to join the webinar.
Oshinowo will deliver a lecture about the minimalist beach house, which was designed by her studio CmDesign Atelier, at 1:00pm London time on 9 December 2022.
Coral Pavilion is located outside Lagos and is accessible by boat
In the talk, the architect will discuss the building's materiality and structure along with the challenges and merits of designing for a remote location.
Coral Pavilion, which was completed earlier this year, sits within a verdant coastal landscape just southwest of Lagos, Nigeria, and is accessible only by boat. Designed as a sanctuary from the city's "frenetic energy", the simple, linear building hosts a rooftop terrace for sunbathing and a series of open living spaces that connect seamlessly with a coral-coloured pool terrace.
More enclosed areas are to the north of the building plan, creating shelter from prevailing winds
The roof terrace, which runs the full length and breadth of the beach house, sits on top of structural walls that enclose the kitchen and bathrooms. The remaining open space created by the overhang of the roof terrace is occupied by a living, dining and bar area.

Beyond the swimming pool area is a sandy beach.
"It was such an amazing experience walking from the lagoon shoreline across to the beachfro...