27. Onion shaped space saving furniture was designed for a gyms lobby
area. The concept was based on the peeling of onion.
28. ALGAE FORM
Nature accompanies all dimensions and relief, the water, reputed to be inconstructable.
The form of the resort echoes the bulbous growth pattern of algal matter, suitably
modified to the demanding function to derive a harmonious result which results in an
iconic structure along the coast.
The geometric roof is engineered to accommodate algal matter combined with L.E.D
systems to give a dynamic roof structure which acts as a mini bio-reactor by itself.
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31. Transformation
L'Hemisfèric (Planetarium) (1991)
Valencia Science Centre, Spain
The eye with its emphasis on the pupil intrigues Calatrava and is a prominent
motif in his drawings and design. The pool alongside the building reflects
the semi-elliptical Planetarium, completing its form to the full shape of the
eye.