Norway Pavilion Expo Shanghai 2010
Shanghai, CN


Client sweco, Knippers Helbig Ingenieure
Architecture Helen & Hard
Image credits Helen & Hard, Patrick Wack, str.ucture
Scope Structural design, formfinding, membrane installation
Contract type subcontract Knippers Helbig Ingenieure
Covered area 2500 m²
Span 11 m
Planning period 2008 – 2009
Completion 2010

The supporting structure of the pavilion consists of 15 tree shaped elements. These laminated timber structures are covered with a PTFE membrane. The membrane covers an area of 2,500 m². The maximum span is 11 meters.