Serpentine Pavilion Architects Talk: Minsuk Cho

To mark the opening of Archipelagic Void, the 23rd Serpentine Pavilion, Minsuk Cho will be in conversation with Hans Ulrich Obrist, Artistic Director, Serpentine. The conversation will explore the inspirations behind this year’s Pavilion, Cho’s approach to architecture, the history of the commission and he has used this to develop his design and reimagine the shape and use of the space.

Seoul-based Korean architect Minsuk Cho and his firm Mass Studies have been selected to design the 23rd Serpentine Pavilion. Titled Archipelagic Void, the Pavilion is envisioned as a unique void characterised by a constellation of smaller, adaptable structures strategically positioned at the lawn adjacent to Serpentine South. This ensemble consists of five ‘islands’ surrounding a circular open space. Each ‘island’ is individually named and serves a different purpose including the Auditorium, the Gallery, the Library, the Play Tower and the Tea House.

Doors open 11.30am. Talk begins 12 noon. This event is free and open to all.