Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin.
05/11/2015.
[Pardesia] Israel.
metalocus, IRENE GARCÍA.
metalocus, IRENE GARCÍA.
A great concrete mantle supported by metal trees generates this gathering space designed by Ron Shekin for the last farewells of relatives and friends.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
General plan. Open-sided shelter by Ron Shekin. Click above to see larger image.n
Render. Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Click above to see larger image.
Render. Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Click above to see larger image.
Render. Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Click above to see larger image.
Scheme. Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Click above to see larger image.
Sunlight scheme. Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Click above to see larger image.
Sunlight scheme. Open-sided shelter by Ron Shekin. Click above to see larger image.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shekin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
Open-sided shelter by Ron Shenkin. Photography © Shai Epstein. Click above to see larger image.
Ron Shenkin presentes this project to create an umbraculum in which perform the prayers and readings of the funerals. It is an open shelter where direct light incidence is controlled and the use of neutral materials and colors keep the solemn character. The design of the 300 panels that form the cover has been adjusted by software, so that the metal elements were brought from factory and assembled on site, and after that the roof slab was poured in one day.
Description of the project by Ron Shenkin
The structure functions as a place of convergence of mourners and for the reading of eulogies prior to and during the burial. It's essential nature is that of a pavilion or open sided shelter and is located next to the cemetery.
The building is comprised of two entrances, the smaller of the two serves the family of the deceased. The second and larger entrance serves the rest of the mourners, this entry allows easy access to the spacious building. One side of the front of the building remains open to the north. The positioning of the structure also allows, those mourners who prefer to remain at a distance, a sense of closeness to the proceedings and a shaded area that is not inside the structure itself.
There are two exits leading to the burial lots, one of which is easily accessible and the other is via a flight of stairs.
The structure has one solid stone wall to the west which serves to block any direct afternoon sunlight except what is allowed through via a long narrow window.
The area in which the structure is situated was surrounded by orchards which were originally raised to make space for new residential and commercial building projects. During the design process we decided to take the surroundings into consideration By erecting a monument to the rural surroundings that were demolished for urban repurposing.
The monument consists of an exposed concrete slab symbolizing the expansion of construction. The slab is stabilized by tree-shaped metal pillars denoting the trees that were cut down. One oak tree remains within the structure. The ceiling above the tree was left open to allow for the presence of the tree to create a dialogue between the living tree and the metal symbols.
On the northern side of the building there is a line of concrete, beginning in the ground on the west side and climbing up through the window. Ascending to the roof, ceilings and walls and making its final decent back to the ground - like a man who comes from dust and to dust returns.
The building materials and color pallet are Monochromatic consisting mostly of shades of grays and providing a sense of cleanliness, neutrality and sadness. During the evening the building is lit from the inside and out.
Plans and construction process:
The structure is designed using more than 300 panels of differing sizes and shapes and fitted together by computer software. The panels were brought to the construction site and assembled by a team of contractors. The metal 'tree' structures were brought to the site and assembled as per the design. All iron works and structural designs were approved by engineers after which the walls were constructed by the remaining pallets. The concrete for the walls and roof was poured in one day.
CREDITS. DATA SHEET.-
Architect.- Ron Shenkin.
Contractor.- A.D. Haled.
Area.- 320 sqm (3,465 ft²).
Dates.- 2014-2015.
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RON SHENKIN
Ron Shenkin Studio is an architecture office based in Israel and directed by Ron Shenkin that practises architecture, design and arts. They provide service and collaboration all over the globe.
