Shigeru Ban's Design Builds on the His Previous Experiments
Kalin Ned — November 22, 2018 — Art & Design
References: shigerubanarchitects & dezeen
The design of a whiskey distillery in Kentucky's Bardstown is overseen by award-winning Japanese architect Shigeru Ban. Commissioned to contribute to a 420-acre brewing campus, the professional utilizes a signature design approach that taps into 19th-century steel structures.
For the project, Shigeru Ban needed to produce three distinct plans, including spaces for aging the spirit, the whiskey distillery, and the bottling center. The architect undertakes a curious approach that produces a trio of pyramid-shaped structures that enjoy an intricate composition. Although the three volumes boast the same silhouette, their facades offer a point of difference. Following his "experiments with wood construction," Shigeru Ban's concepts create an effortlessly intimate connection with their lush surroundings. Using mass timber and a great attention to detail, the famous architect is able to foster a beautifully intricate aesthetic through sustainable design.
Photo Credits: Virginlemon
For the project, Shigeru Ban needed to produce three distinct plans, including spaces for aging the spirit, the whiskey distillery, and the bottling center. The architect undertakes a curious approach that produces a trio of pyramid-shaped structures that enjoy an intricate composition. Although the three volumes boast the same silhouette, their facades offer a point of difference. Following his "experiments with wood construction," Shigeru Ban's concepts create an effortlessly intimate connection with their lush surroundings. Using mass timber and a great attention to detail, the famous architect is able to foster a beautifully intricate aesthetic through sustainable design.
Photo Credits: Virginlemon
Trend Themes
1. Mass Timber Construction - The use of mass timber in construction offers opportunities for sustainable and intricately designed buildings.
2. Pyramid-shaped Structures - The use of pyramid-shaped structures in architectural design creates visually striking and unique building compositions.
3. Wooden Distilleries - The trend of designing whiskey distilleries with wooden elements provides a connection to nature and a distinctive aesthetic.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Construction - Architects and construction companies can explore the use of mass timber and pyramid-shaped structures to create visually impactful and sustainable buildings.
2. Whiskey and Spirits - The whiskey industry can adopt the trend of designing distilleries with wooden elements to provide a unique and immersive experience for visitors.
3. Sustainable Design - Companies involved in sustainable design can embrace the trend of using mass timber and wooden elements in construction to create environmentally friendly and aesthetically pleasing structures.
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