1+1 Pavilion
When Architecture Tells a Story
In the exhibition 1+1 – The Beginning, SaTa Na Architect in collaboration with Dsign Something presents a concept that sees an "exhibition" not merely as a space for showcasing works, but as the design of a spatial experience that interweaves architecture, content, and people together.
1+1 = Collaboration Beyond Forms
This exhibition represents the merging of two distinct identities—Sata Na Architect and Dsign Something—along with two fundamental concepts: form and content. When these elements are integrated with rhythm and balance, a new "design language" emerges. This language goes beyond appearance, enriching with meaning, ideas, and experiences.
Exhibition as a “Medium” for Storytelling
The exhibition space is not merely a structure that supports displayed objects. It is designed to be a medium that conveys the designer’s ideas to the audience through movement, sight, touch, and participation. This seamless process allows visitors to connect with the content in their way, becoming a part of the narrative rather than just passive recipients.
The Emergence of Form: From Folded Paper to Exhibition Space
The concept's starting point comes from a simple folded-plane, leading to the creation of a form. This form is then translated into space, and once content is embedded within that space, it becomes part of the exhibition. The primary material is modular, allowing for systematic assembly that represents the "1+1" concept that can endlessly expand. This modular design reflects collaborative creation and content development.
Storytelling Through the “Rhythm” of Architecture
The rhythm of the design through aspects like the circulation path, spatial scale, openness and enclosure, and light conditions is used as a language for storytelling. The audience doesn’t just receive visual input; they experience a sense of sequence and pace, engaging with the architecture on a more intuitive level.
Spatial Organization for Perception
The exhibition's spatial concept is guided by simplicity, using a grid system as its foundation. This facilitates construction while subtly incorporating layers of perceptual design. Through changes in floor level, the interplay of small and large spaces, and strategic openings that frame specific viewpoints, every corner of the exhibition carries intentional spatial meaning.
Spatial Usage: “Outer Edge” and “Core”
The interior layout is organized in two dimensions. The outer area attracts attention and initiates engagement, while the inner core of the exhibition holds in-depth conversations, which is a space for seminars, dialogue, and interaction. When viewed from outside, visitors can observe the interior activities as if they were part of the exhibition content itself.
Modular Thinking: Materials that Support Both Concept and Function
Materials were chosen to align with standard dimensions (e.g., 1.20 x 2.40 meters) for ease of fabrication, efficient use of resources, and minimal waste. This approach not only supports practical construction but also reflects a philosophy of sustainability and systematic design thinking.
Through a design process that encompasses form, content, space, and participation, the exhibition demonstrates that architecture is more than a physical structure. It acts as a language that tells profound stories, sets a rhythm for visitors to follow, and opens up opportunities for dialogue between the audience and the works and among the visitors themselves.
From the fusion of two identities to modular thinking, systematic material selection, layered spatial planning, and a narrative-driven experience, every element reflects a commitment to creating an exhibition that not only informs but inspires thought, invites collaboration, and becomes an ongoing conversation.