Oceana

The Oceana Pavilion project explores design at the intersection between land and ocean. The project answers the question, “What if the ocean could be explored in a way that raises awareness and educates citizens about ocean life?” There are two ways this pavilion works to accomplish the latter. First, the architectural design is inspired by the ocean as the wave-like canopy, water-sculpted structural walls, and ocean floor sand-dune seating all pull from its majestic ecosystem to engage visitors with a new kind of oceanic experience. One can even imagine pop-up exhibit events within the pavilion to further educate visitors. Second, at night the canopy illuminates to display the underwater depths of the ocean – which are sights of ocean-life including fish and coral wonders. With each visit, people that experience the Oceana Pavilion are becoming more aware of the beauty and need to care for ocean life that is such a vital part of our planet.