The 'martian embassy' for 'the sydney story factory',

'the martian embassy' by LAVA, sydney, australia
image © brett boardman and peter murphy


international firm LAVA has recently completed the 'martian embassy' for 'the sydney story factory', a non-profit organization in redfern. 
the space is designed to take the visitor out of their ordinary surroundings and stimulate their creativity and imagination. 1068 CNC-cut 
curvilinear plywood sections capped with martian-green paint comprise the interior of the writing centre, resembling a strange intergalactic 
fusion between a 'whale, a rocket and a time tunnel'. assembled on-site like puzzle pieces, the wooden frames use their shape as ornament 
and the intermediate negative space for shelves, benches, displays and storage to effectively utilize one hundred percent of the structure. 

the entrance receives humanoid visitors and introduces them to an alien environment complete with lights and sound effects. 
further exploration will take the children to the red planet traveler's shop, where an array of martian products can be purchased. 
the final destination is the classroom, where earthling volunteers are available to assist the students in creating and developing their stories.   



martian embassy, entry



timber ribs define interior spaces and create fixtures and effects



red planet martian supply store



shop



shop and writing centre



store displays



writing center