Based on the 'land of hope' theme, the a Expo 2015, it was conceived as a continuous field that begins at the entrance to the plot and continues inside the pavilion.
Drawn by Tsinghua University in collaboration with link-arc The pavilion responds to the general theme of the event "Feeding the planet, energy for life" with a series of installations that represent the cuisine of the various parts of China.
Its distinctive shape comes from the merging of the city skyline on the north side with the shape of the landscape on its south front. In this way, the project brings two traditionally opposite elements into harmony. The roof of the pavilion uses a wooden frame that references the raised barrier system in traditional Chinese architecture, adapting it to modern construction technologies.
Covered with shingle panels, the roof plan employs bamboo components that reduce the overall weight and create a comfortable, shaded area.
The exhibition and cultural programs are experienced as a journey through the pavilion, which begins with an external waiting room and leads to the themed area with interactive installations from 40 Chinese provinces. From here, visitors are guided up a gently sloping public staircase to an observation deck above a glittering array of LEDs that forms the centerpiece of the exhibit.
A large room that serves as a multimedia theater is located on the upper level, contained the highest point of the corrugated roof. The sequence ends with an open balcony, hovering above the bamboo roof thereby offering an expansive view of the surrounding expo grounds.
