Expo 2010 Shanghai China :: Architects Balmain Australia

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In 2010 Barry visited Shanghai Expo. The theme of the expo was “better cities, better life” and showcased pavilions from each country to demonstrate this theme.

The hugely successful Australian pavilion was a cross beween a tin shed and an Alvaar Alto vase which millions visited during the 5 months of operation and was well located near the iconic chinese mega structure.

Many of the pavilions used new materials in a striking and innovative way.

The Brittish pavilion in particular with its fibre optic rods forming the outer enclosure and the German pavilion with a stretched material covering…to the Spanish pavilion created from large wicker baskets, and the elegant Italian and French pavilions.

Shanghai itself was an incredible setting with its historically fascinating buildings and spectacular new architecture forming a wonderful backdrop for the expo site.