Sziget Festival Pavilion

This project centers around the design of a temporary pavilion for the 2017 Sziget Festival, one of Europe’s largest music and cultural events, held annually in Budapest, Hungary. The city, historically known as ‘The City of Spas,’ has a deep connection to water, with its thermal baths playing a significant role in urban life. Our pavilion draws inspiration from this relationship, incorporating elements from the Rudas Turkish Bath, one of Budapest’s oldest and most iconic baths. The design reflects Budapest’s rich heritage, creating a space for festival-goers to gather and relax, with a focus on the Feasibility/Planning stages of the project.

The pavilion’s design emphasizes geometry and proportion, utilizing squares, circles, and octagons to create an ordered space with a central focus. The golden ratio informs the dome and octagonal clerestory forms, reminiscent of traditional Turkish baths. A 1:1 scale replica of the Rams Head fountain, 3D-scanned from the original, adds an authentic touch. The pavilion’s monochromatic Ultramarine Blue color scheme evokes the imagery of water and the Blue Danube. Materials were carefully selected for durability and sustainability, ensuring the pavilion meets budget constraints while facilitating prefabrication and recycling. The result is a unique, striking presence at the festival, offering respite from the summer heat and a refreshing connection to Budapest’s waters.

• Location: Budapest, Hungary

• Client: Sziget Festival

• Value: €30k

• Status: Competition