The Serpentine Gallery Pavilion 2009
12 Jul - 18 Oct 2009
www.serpentinegallery.org


The Serpentine Gallery Pavilion 2009 is designed by Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa of leading Japanese architecture practice SANAA. The Pavilion, opens on 12 July on the Serpentine Gallery’s lawn where it will remain until 18 October.

Describing their structure the architects said: ‘The Pavilion is floating aluminum, drifting freely between the trees like smoke. The reflective canopy undulates across the site, expanding the park and sky. Its appearance changes according to the weather, allowing it to melt into the surroundings. It works as a field of activity with no walls, allowing uninterrupted view across the park and encouraging access from all sides. It is a sheltered extension of the park where people can read, relax and enjoy lovely summer days.’