Space in Motion
The aim of this experimental research project was to create a space-enclosing skin in the form of a curved, folded structure that could comfortably accommodate one or two people. The appearance of this “moving space”, how- ever, has little in common with what one nor- mally associates with the constructional principles of folding and curvature. The simply curved surfaces that make up the skin merge to form a sculptural volume. The structure, consisting of areas of 4 mm curved beech plywood, has a diameter of roughly three metres and weighs just 40 kg. Along both faces of the abutments between the sections, cotton strips are glued and clipped on to form a flexible, tucked joint. This jointing technique allows an uncomplicated assembly of the structure. The tucked folds create comfortable reclining surfaces for the body and also serve to stiffen the volume.
