Colorful Conical Glass Pavilion for Californian Winery

Colorful Conical Glass Pavilion for Californian Winery

A bold, conical structure stands on The Donum Estate in Sonoma Valley, casting a vibrant kaleidoscope of 24 colors underneath its canopy. The work of Studio Other Spaces—artist Olafur Eliasson and architect Sebastian Behmann co-founded the Berlin-based project in 2014 — “Vertical Panorama Pavilion” is “inspired by the history of circular calendars,” containing 832 glass pieces arranged around an oculus opening to the north.

Colorful Conical Glass Pavilion for Californian Winery

Drawing on the microclimate of the vineyard, the studio constructed the mosaic of translucent and transparent panels using meteorological measurements of solar radiance, wind intensity, temperature, and humidity. A winding gravel path leads to the outdoor seating area, and as the sun passes over the area, it drenches the brick construction in a full spectrum of color, a contrast to the Northern California landscape.

Colorful Conical Glass Pavilion for Californian Winery

Colorful Conical Glass Pavilion for Californian Winery

Colorful Conical Glass Pavilion for Californian Winery

Colorful Conical Glass Pavilion for Californian Winery

Colorful Conical Glass Pavilion for Californian Winery

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