Science Gateway building to open at the cern in geneva
Photographer Paul Clemence returns with a new visual series, this time capturing the essence of Renzo Piano Building Workshop‘s latest architectural creation: the Science Gateway building in Geneva, Switzerland. Sited amid a landscape of foliage on the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) campus, the soon-to-open complex marks its presence unapologetically. ‘Between the tubular structure and sprawling photovoltaic collectors’ fields hovering above the pavilions, the design has a most definite futuristic tone, nodding respectfully towards the cutting-edge technology developed at CERN,’ writes Clemence.
all images © Paul Clemence
renzo piano’s striking design through the lens of paul clemence
Exploring Paul Clemence’s photographs, a play of light and shadow takes center stage, coupled with shots of pure architectural details that exemplify CERN’s fascinating quest to uncover some of the universe’s most complex dimensions: particle research. Whether captured from afar or up close, the images highlight the building’s solid white and industrial materiality, steadily softened by generous windows and glazed walkways that cut through the Science Gateway’s main volumes. Vertical and horizontal elements dramatically expand across the Renzo Piano-designed complex, punctuated by rhyhmic patterns across most surfaces. These juxtaposing elements endow the overall building with a rational yet sculptural appeal.
tubular structure of the Science Gateway building
One of the most striking elements of the Science Gateway building are the two tubular structures jutting forward, reminiscent of the CERN’s Large Hadron Collider. Together, they form a T-shape with the glazed walkway. A second hero feature takes shape as expansive photovoltaic collectors that gently complement the surrounding tree canopies peppered across the campus, a sight captured poetically by Paul Clemence. The building will officially open its doors on October 8th, 2023.
glazed walkway
vertical and horizontal elements collide
the Renzo Piano-designed complex recalls the CERN’s state-of-the-art technology
photovoltaic collectors rising above the foliage
the building will open its doors on October 8th, 2023
a clean, minimalist design
project info:
name: Science Gateway building
location: CERN | @cern, Geneva, Switzerland
architecture studio: Renzo Piano Building Workshop | @rpbw_architects
photographer: Paul Clemence | @photobyclemence
opening date: October 8, 2023
