THREE WALLS AND A ROOF
A series of (asymmetrical)rooms
The asymmetrical profile of the pavilion is derived from the traditional Javanese gallery house typology, a distant memory from childhood. A clear front and back porch is common; a new acquaintance would be invited to the front gallery, while a close friend would be welcome to stay in the veranda in the backyard. This asymmetry would also be present in the dynamic of the conversation, where one would have their back on the street, and the other on the house.
By subdividing the 3,6m depth of the pavilion into three, rammed earth partitions are placed to create different conditions for diverse dialogues. This highlights the asymmetrical nature of conversations between peopple of different backgrounds or demographic groups, and should provoke visitors to rethink their position in dialogue.
