A sensorial pavilion that captures the essence of fragrance through light, form and material interplay.

Suspended like a mineral formation in space, the DEOND pavilion, sponsored by MANE, is a self-supporting architectural gesture that merges the ephemeral with the elemental. Its origami-like folds evoke the layered complexity of a fragrance composition, where base, heart and top notes converge in a spatial choreography of light and form.

Inspired by crystalline structures and tectonic movements, the pavilion appears as though carved from a single geode, its modular frame wrapped in translucent rice paper composite panels that diffuse and refract light. These delicate, paper-like skins recall both Japanese shoji and mineral membranes, creating an immersive, meditative atmosphere.

With over 96% of its structure fabricated through robotic 3D printing and recycled polymer, the pavilion demonstrates an exploration material innovation and sustainable design. The result is a lightweight, intricate architecture that celebrates the intersection of natural mineral logic and computational geometry.

Conceived as a sensorial journey in dialogue with MANE’s perfumers, the installation reflects MANE’s mastery in translating the most elusive elements of nature into a tangible sensory experience.

About DEOND:

Founded in 2023 by Ross Lovegrove and Ila Colombo, DEOND is a multidisciplinary practice that unites advanced expertise with creative foresight. The studio focuses on developing environments that are functional, sustainable and driven by responsible technology.

Through projects ranging from additive manufacturing and interactive installations to architectural design, DEOND explores how innovation can foster a sustainable relationship between the built environment and the natural world. The practice embodies a forward-looking philosophy, where technology serves both human needs and the ecological balance of the planet.