Team 1 Reciprocal Frame Pavillion

Early designs show clearly how dense the structure becomes when using this 3D system. In order to lighten up some of the structure, pieces were elongated to allow views in and out, however there was a major concern of buckling on the elongated pieces, this was soon changed.

Originally had a flat 2D reciprocal frame system at the canopy level which combined with our more dense 3D reciprocal frame to create a span that allows for occupiable space underneath.

Flat 2D canopy is changed to a curved barrel vault canopy to attempt to make the pavillion less box -like and more intriguing.

The structure is situated on the site to ensure an open view to the field which is most of Highland Park. This allows for performances to be done underneath the structure and have ample viewing points for the audience.

7 different parts are used to create the pavillion. Simple notched connections are used so pieces can easily be combined and taken apart. The most distinct pieces (on the right with the angled cuts) exist on the 2D curved roof structure (also shown in axonometric above)

Further Exploration of the system has led our group to believe that by playing with densities, this system would be able to create a compelling facade.