Pavillon Le Corbusier
Höschgasse 8
Tram 2/4, stop "Höschgasse"
The exhibition pavilion is only open during the summer months.
2019 Season: 11 May–17 November
Tuesday–Sunday 12 noon–6pm
Thursday 12 noon–8pm
Pavilion Le Corbusier reopens as a homage to the architect.
This summer sees the re-opening of the Pavilion Le Corbusier. Located in Zurich, the pavilion was originally built in 1967 by interior designer Heidi Weber as a cultural museum dedicated to the work of Swiss architect Le Corbusier. Designed by the architect himself, the building was intended as a place to show his work. Sadly, a confluence of events meant that the building and its raw materials fell prey to the elements.
Thankfully in 2016, architects Silvio Schmed and Arthur Rüegg took on the restoration of this iconic structure which pays homage to an architect who was the forerunner of urban design, a pioneer of sustainability, and a leader of modernism. His influence today can be found rooted in modern culture, from Karl Lagerfeld to Kanye West.
When arriving at the Pavilion, visitors are struck by the eye-catching enamel panels in primary hues. And although Le Corbusier aficionados may recognise some of his trademark style, this building was in fact a sidestep from his usual design, being that it was created using steel and glass, when Corbusier favoured concrete and stone.
Visitors are encouraged to take an 'architectural promenade' through the four floors of the building, coming out onto a free-floating roof top. Throughout visitors will marvel at the detail – shaped bronze door handles, shiny wood-veneered walls, mesmeric concrete stairs and beautifully placed furniture showing Le Corbusier's talents in standalone pieces.
Today, design lovers will enjoy spending time every corner of this considered building, with its core of studied detailing. Going forward the house will fulfil its original purpose – as a space to display art. This summer, an exhibition entitled 'Mon Univers' runs until November. Through a collection of objects such as shells, flotsam and industrial glass that Le Corbusier found to be compelling. As we explore his own mind, we in turn learn what inspired the most influential architect of the 20th century.
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