Parametric
🌀The Orb, an experimental pavilion designed by @theverymany and completed in 2023, occupies a site between Google’s East Campus and the city of Mountain View. Developed through computational design protocols, the structure merges architectural and sculptural qualities, offering a spatial experience grounded in performance and expression. Fabricated from ultra-thin 3mm aluminum, the pavilion utilizes principles of parametric design—where curvature, repetition, and variation operate as both aesthetic and structural logic. Its lightweight, self-supporting form reflects a precise engineering approach, allowing for a biomorphic geometry that responds to site conditions and programmatic flexibility.
Functioning as a semi-enclosed gathering space, The Orb supports both informal daily use and programmed events. Its porous, layered shell modulates natural light throughout the day, creating a dynamic play of shadow and illumination, while transforming into a glowing landmark at night. As a counterpoint to the transparency and openness of the surrounding Google campus, the pavilion introduces a moment of spatial intimacy. Through its adaptive assembly and performative design language, The Orb exemplifies the potential of parametric architecture to generate responsive environments within technologically driven contexts.
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