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A timber and fabric gridshell built as a temporary pavilion and exhibition space in London to promote the historic sailing ship, the Cutty Sark, showcases the cutting edge engineering expertise involved in combining the two materials in construction projects.
The pavilion, which evokes a bygone era of sailing with its nautical design theme reminiscent of sails, masts and the famed ship’s rigging, was designed by Japan-based architects, Bakako. It was built to remain on its Greenwich site overlooking the river Thames during the Cutty Sark’s restoration and while a permanent visitor’s centre was being built.
Structural engineer, Toby Mason, who was working as an associate director for London-based engineering firm, David Dexter Associates, at the time, was enlisted to provide specialist advice on the complex geometrical structure’s form and its construction. The pavilion was designed by Youmeheshe Architects.
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