The Kinetic Pavilion is an experiment in architectural form, an evolving presence designed to interrogate the fixed boundaries of public space. As a prototype for Detroit’s Cultural District, it emerges from a rigorous process of research and development. With its mutable design, the pavilion is capable of hosting everything from small gatherings to large-scale performances, intentionally defying clear categorization. It is neither merely a stage nor an urban marker but a deliberate disruption of the boundaries between art, architecture, and public life.
2024
Detroit Cultural District
Scale:
2,500 SF
Client:
The Detroit Cultural Center Association (DCCA)
Grants:
Knight Foundation
Principals:
Anya Sirota, Jean Louis Farges
Design Team:
Ian Donaldson, Ally Rees
Consultants:
Buro Happold, Eventscape
Publications:
Water Management for a Productive Landscape
Water Booklet Detroit