ELEMENTU Pavilion / Camilo Rebelo + Jiani Huang + RAC StudioSave this picture! RAC STUDIOArchitects: Camilo Rebelo, Jiani Huang, RAC STUDIOAreaArea of this architecture projectArea:55 mYearCompletion year of this architecture project Year: 2022 PhotographsPhotographs:RAC STUDIO Lead Architect: Camilo Rebelo More SpecsLess SpecsSave this picture!Text description provided by the architects. E1 - ElementU is the name we chose for this pavilion research in the natural park of Zecha. The goal was to find the element which, combined with protecting nature and landscape, could validate the equation 1+1>2. U is there as a question mark statement - the unknown. E2 - ElementU shall be perceived as a pin in the horizon, a moment in the landscape, a pause in a mountain pad. Simultaneously it stands out as a landmark, but also it integrates and melts within nature.Save this picture!Save this picture!E3 - ElementU is an interactive structure, a place where you can experience different relations between users and the outside world. The Triangular space in its base gives the user a feeling of protection, like being inside a tent. E4 - The semi-circular bench introduces a first level of dialog, where the user has a direct contact with the ground natural elements. The feeling will be similar as sitting in a bench in a park and therefore is thought to carry 1 to 6 persons (small intime group). E5 - A spiral narrow stair elevates the user to the rooftop, a gathering place which can carry a big group. This place has a view that allows a 360 degrees panoramic experience over the valley. Over this terrace, was built a light structure made out of local traditional mesh, a piece that promotes filtered light and shadow.Save this picture!Save this picture!E6 - The research process was very rich, 11 days of intense work and sharing. The approach was to find the unknown element with several possibilities of idea, shape form and materiality. The final one was very similar to the built one, only changing the material from stone to wood. E7 - A low intervention approach was taken throughout the construction process to maximize the preservation of the greenery and vegetation surrounding the site. The foundations are made of concrete and are not exposed, but wrapped in wood to blend in with nature. E8 - ElementU is supported by four steel columns at the four corners, including the stage and roof. The wooden structure itself is not load-bearing, while the 0.5-meter distance reasonably shapes the space and accommodates light and shadow.Save this picture!Project gallerySee allShow lessAbout this officeCamilo RebeloOfficeJiani HuangOfficeRAC StudioOfficePublished on April 01, 2025Cite: "ELEMENTU Pavilion / Camilo Rebelo + Jiani Huang + RAC Studio" [Pavilho ELEMENTU / Camilo Rebelo + Jiani Huang + RAC Studio] 01 Apr 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1028286/elementu-pavilion-camilo-rebelo-plus-jiani-huang-plus-rac-studio&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream