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Serpentine Gallery Pavilions
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Ten Years Of Temporary Pavilions By Top Architectssince 2000, The Serpentine Gallery In Londons Kensington Gardens Has Called On Some Of The Worlds Top Architects To Design Summer Pavilions Temporary Structures That Are Erected Next To The Gallery Itself For A Threemonth Period. The Serpentine, Which Was Built In 1934 As A Tea Pavilion, Opened In 1970 As A Showplace For Exhibitions Of Modern And Contemporary Artists Ranging From Matthew Barney To Dan Flavin, Ellsworth Kelley, Louise Bourgeois Or Rachel Whiteread. It Is The Only Public Modern And Contemporary Art Gallery In Central London, Which Maintains Free Admission And Is Open Seven Days A Week.The Pavilions Are The Work Of International Architects Or Design Teams Who At The Time Of The Serpentines Invitation Have Not Completed A Building In England. A Maximum Of Six Months From Invitation To Completion Is Allotted. The Only Architecture Program Of Its Type In The World, The Serpentine Gallery Pavilions Attract Up To 250,000 Visitors Each Summer. The Architect Richard Rogers Has Stated, The Pavilions, Erected For Reatively Little Money, Are Unbelievably Good. I Coudnt Single One Out That I Have Liked More Than The Others They Have All Been Masterpieces.The Projects Completed Or Envisaged Include The Work Of Zaha Hadid, 2000 Daniel Libeskind, 2001 Toyo Ito, 2002 Oscar Niemeyer, 2003 Mvrdv, 2004 (Unrealised) Alvaro Siza And Eduardo Souto De Moura With Cecil Balmond, 2005 Rem Koolhaas And Cecil Balmond, 2006 Olafur Eliasson And Kjetil Thorsen, 2007 Frank Gehry, 2008 Sanaa, 2009 Jean Nouvel, 2010 Other Works Such As Zaha Hadid'S Temporary 2006 Installation Lilas Are Included In The Book As Well. This Book Is The First To Bring Together All Of The Serpentine Pavilions.Interviews Of Serpentine Director Julia Peytonjones And Exhibitions Director Hansulrich Obrist Complete The Description Of The Pavilions, Illustrated By The Original Drawings By Each Architect And Photos Of The Completed Works.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Serpentine Gallery Pavilions'? A: The book focuses on ten years of temporary pavilions designed by top architects for the Serpentine Gallery in London, showcasing their architectural innovations and the artistic vision behind each pavilion.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Serpentine Gallery Pavilions'? A: The author of the book is Philip Jodidio, known for his expertise in architecture and art.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 332 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Serpentine Gallery Pavilions'? A: The book was published on August 1, 2011.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or photographs? A: Yes, the book is illustrated with original drawings by each architect and photos of the completed pavilions.
- Q: What languages is the book available in? A: The book is published in a multilingual edition, catering to a diverse audience.
- Q: Who are some of the architects featured in the book? A: The book features works by notable architects including Zaha Hadid, Daniel Libeskind, Toyo Ito, and Frank Gehry among others.
- Q: Is the Serpentine Gallery free to visit? A: Yes, the Serpentine Gallery offers free admission and is open seven days a week.
- Q: What is the significance of the Serpentine Gallery Pavilions? A: The pavilions are significant as they represent innovative architectural designs and attract up to 250,000 visitors each summer, making them a unique cultural event.