- layering, warmth and texture of the wood
- contrast between the new wooden 'bowl' and the plaster/stone facade
It's easy to make the association between this and my original teacup concept as an auditorium space...
Noel Lane was responsible for the development of the overall idea, he was given technical support from a team of architects from Peddle Thorp Aitken.
Unexposed to the elements, the Fijian kauri cladding with its band-sawn finish is not designed to weather. Instead, the texture and patina, and the method of application – which was influenced by the woodturning of artist John Ecuyer – provide a contrast with the white plaster ceiling. As a whole, the atrium pulls spaces together.."
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