Mycelium Pavilion

FA22 HOME:GROWN II Critics: Marta Wisniewska Partners: Megan Mueller, Brenda Bai, Jie Dong

Following previous research on constructed architectural elements using mycelium, this elective course called for a focus on one architectural form and implementing methods of construction and formation using mycelium to scale up. A vault structure was our main focus, with the intention of possibly scaling up to a pavilion. Trials and iterations of this pavilion were explored throughout the semester, resulting in various findings and outcomes. The final pavilion was constructed using a carboard waffle skeleton for added structure to the mycelium and a wooden frame which allowed for the structure to be hung upside-down during growth.