jean nouvel’s pavilion for the serpentine gallery

today it was annouced that french architect jean nouvel has been selected to design the 10th serpentine gallery pavilion.

the design is a contrast of lightweight materials and dramatic metal cantilevered structures. the entire design is rendered in a vivid red that, in a play of opposites, contrasts with the green of its park setting. the colour reflects the iconic british images of traditional telephone boxes, post boxes and london buses. 
the building consists of bold geometric forms, large retractable awnings and a freestanding wall that climbs 12m above the lawn, sloping at a gravity defying angle. it experiments with the idea of play in its incorporation of the french tradition of outdoor table-tennis. striking glass, polycarbonate and fabric structures create a versatile system of interior and exterior spaces. the flexible auditoria will accommodate the serpentine gallery park nights and marathon and the changing summer weather.

jean nouvel serpentine gallery pavilion 2010

jean nouvel serpentine gallery pavilion 2010