michael jantzen designs proximity-sensing smart church pavilion

michael jantzen designs proximity-sensing smart church pavilion
all images courtesy of michael jantzen

los angeles-based architect michael jantzen presents the ‘smart church pavilion’, a public art proposal. meant for installation in any public space, the painted wooden structure is symbolic of the archetypal church. the ‘smart’ title comes from the pavilion’s primary feature; proximity-awareness sensors, which are able to open and close the entire unit when visitors enter within a designated perimeter. 

closed position

intended for use in special gatherings or days at the park, ‘smart church pavilion’ — despite its religious undertone — is not meant to be exclusionary. rather, jantzen hopes the generic church form will instill a sense of awe and calmness in the minds of visitors. 

the ‘smart church pavilion’ in the open position

visitors can enter through the front gate and sit on built-in seats

the hope is to provide a special gathering place for those who come to visit 

the structure senses the presence of visitors and opens to accommodate them 

detail view of the ‘smart church pavilion’ interior 

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edited by: nick brink | designboom