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- Architects: Independent Architecture, Paul Preissner Architects
- Location: Chicago, IL, USA
- Project Year: 2015
- Photographs: Paul Andersen, Tom Harris / Hedrich Blessing, courtesy Chicago Architecture Biennial
- Independent Architecture Team : Paul Andersen, Kevin Hirth, Jason King
- Paul Preissner Architects Team: Paul Preissner
- Uic School Of Architecture : Siobhan Barrett, Matthew Busscher, Jesus Corral
- Structural Engineering: Goodfriend Magruder Structure
- Vault Fabrication: K&K Iron Works
- Door And Screen Fabrication: Crambit’s Welding
- Painting: All-Tech Decorating Company
- Furniture: Schneider Surfboards
© Tom Harris / Hedrich Blessing, courtesy Chicago Architecture Biennial
From the architect. Summer Vault is a lakefront kiosk designed for the Chicago Architecture Biennial. It consists of basic geometric shapes—a 12-foot diameter barrel vault, a parallelogram, and triangles—combined to create a curious, freestanding hangout.
Diagram
The interior is divided into two triangular spaces, one enclosed by expanded metal screens and doors, and one open to the air but still within the vaulting.
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This two part plan provides covered areas for both the vendor and the public.
It also reflects the kiosk’s Persian origins as a 13th century garden pavilion, while embracing its contemporary use as a seasonal commercial front and festive park retreat.
Model 2
The kiosk is currently in Millennium Park. In April 2016, it will be permanently relocated to Hyde Park, where a local restaurant will serve food from it.
© Paul Andersen
