South Africa Pavilion

Date: 2012.04.06 | Category: National Pavilions | Tags: Expo,Expo 2010 Maps,fifa world cup,its time,ke nako,rondavel,SHANGHAI

South Africa Pavilion

The pavilion adopts a simple design to create a peaceful and quiet atmosphere. The arch door looks like a huge canopy, while the interior is decorated with textures in various colors, which signifies the diversity of South African culture and its confidence for creating a better life for people.

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South Africa Pavilion Exterior with spectators (dans)

Themed Ke Nako! (“It’s Time!”), South Africa’s pavilion at the Shanghai Expo has opened its doors to visitors wanting to learn more about what modern-day South Africa has to offer, from the upcoming 2010 Fifa World Cup to tourism, trade and investment opportunities.

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South Africa Pavilion Exterior (dans)

The Shanghai Expo’s theme of “Better City, Better Life” is embodied in South Africa’s stunning pavilion with a design inspired by a traditional Southern African rondavel round house, interpreted in a modern way fusing traditional designs with modern materials. The Pavilion invites visitors on a journey which is truly South African with experiences ranging from traditional artefacts, to world-class wines and modern urban living solutions.

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South Africa Pavilion interior (626 yw)

Highlight 1: National Features

Each iconic image of South Africa is framed and emphasized with halos. Zebra patterns on chair pads remind visitors of the natural scenery in South Africa.

Highlight 2: Full Color Display Screens

Full color display screens are installed at the exterior core zones to emphasize original South African cultures with images and sounds.

Highlight 3: Characteristic Patio

Inside the pavilion is a patio with round pads made of ostrich leather on top. Around the body of the patio are timbers for decoration, which resemble the traditional village and fences of South Africa and symbolize the core of its culture: humanity.

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South Africa label (BPFP)

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Visitors in the pavilion (BPFP)

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Pavilion interior (BPFP)

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Nelson Mandela (Richard and Michael)

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Details on the interior (wylie poon)

Originally posted 2010-09-08 08:00:58.

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