Sustainability Report
Embodied carbon
The project achieved an estimated 15–20 percent reduction in embodied carbon compared to a baseline, primarily by optimizing its steel structure and using modular, off-site fabrication. The design is focused on several key strategies to reduce embodied carbon. The structure uses high-strength steel profiles and was optimized through computational structural analysis, leading to a reported 18 percent reduction in steel weight. The construction utilized a modular assembly system for quick installation and minimal on-site waste. Furthermore, materials were selected based on Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) data, with a focus on low VOC emissions and regional sourcing to minimize transportation impact.
Operational Emissions / Energy
The building's passive design and open-air configuration result in negligible operational energy consumption. This essentially makes its operational carbon footprint close to zero. The pavilion's design relies on passive strategies to minimize operational emissions. The cantilevered roof provides permanent shading and continuous ventilation. Openings are strategically positioned to optimize solar gain in winter and mitigate direct sunlight in summer. The open-air design with exposed sides means the building has an extremely low operational energy consumption, as it has minimal need for artificial lighting or mechanical cooling.
Afterlife
Adaptive reuse was a core design principle. The floor plan is largely column-free, allowing for easy reconfiguration for different uses such as exhibitions or commercial spaces.
The structure is designed with the circular economy in mind. The primary structural modules are bolted rather than welded, which enables complete disassembly without material loss. The primary materials, including steel, polycarbonate, and hardwood, are all specified to be either reused in future projects or recycled.
