

NAS architecture embeds wooden pavilion on castle’s rampart in france

all images courtesy of NAS architecture

built by NAS architecture and intended as a place for contemplation, the ‘haven pavilion’ has been nested on the ramparts of the aigues mortes, a castle located in the south of france. the construction hangs on the existing walls, with the appearance of a sectioned wooden structure that outgrows from the stone fort. the ten pieces of wood marry the rock mineral materiality of the place, like a reminiscence of ancient installations.



a close view shows how the pavilion embraces the walls

the interior passage intends to transmit the walkers serenity and tranquility and also invites them to observe and reflect. the cut sections create an unexpected tunnel where natural light is filtered in different ways and creates various shadow compositions depending on the position of the sun. ‘haven’ is visible by all from the outside, but offers a more intimate and sensory experience when inside.

video courtesy of NAS architecure



the wooden cut sections of the pavilion create a tunnel-like passage



the passage’s geometry and angles interacts with that of the ancient construction



the façade from the inside of the rampart shows a structure that has overgrown the walls



the game of natural light and shadows fill the pavilion



the pavilion looks like an unusual guest on this huge rampart



the interior passage intends to transmit the walkers serenity and tranquility



the different materials create an eye-catching contrast



stuck in the monolithic density of the city, the ‘haven pavilion’ stands out



the ten pieces of wood marry the rock mineral materiality of the place, like a reminiscence of ancient installations

concept diagrams

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edited by: juliana neira | designboom