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Luxembourg Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025 ‘designed for easy disassembly’

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Luxembourg Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025 'designed for easy disassembly'

Luxembourg has revealed the concept of its pavilion for the Osaka 2025 World Expo, titled “Doki-Doki—The Luxembourg Heartbeat.” The pavilion was designed by the local architects of STDM Architects Urbanistes in collaboration with Japan’s MIKAN. It will aim to represent the spirit of Luxembourg while creating a cultural bridge with Japan. As its name suggests, “Doki-Doki” is a Japanese term that describes the sound of a heartbeat and is intended to symbolize the happiness and excitement that the pavilion aims to convey to its visitors.

One of the pavilion’s most noteworthy features is its modular design. In this approach, a sequence of highly adaptable volumes is used to design an engaging visitor journey through the exhibition. The space’s layout is based on Luxembourg’s topography, offering visitors an immersive experience of the country’s natural beauty and cultural heritage. The components are not only functional but also sustainable and can be redesigned according to principles of the circular economy model, allowing for easy disassembly and reuse of materials.

Luxembourg Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025 'designed for easy disassembly'

One of the most notable elements of this pavilion is a large canvas with several functions. This canvas is intended to function as the pulsation of life in Luxembourg, thus transforming the pavilion into a truly organic structure. The fluidity and movement of the canvas also create an aspect of performance in the show that transforms the exhibition into a daily performance for the audience.

The idea of the “Uniqueness – Diversity – Territory” is reflected in the concept of the pavilion. It seeks to display Luxembourg’s diverse cultural background and its complexity as a nation. The visitors will feel as if they are actually navigating through the various geographical terrains of the country and will also be exposed to various cultural displays.

The scenography, designed by the ‘jangled nerves’ studio, is divided into three acts under the theme “Doki-Doki.” This was done to provide visitors with an experiential narrative and to make them able to follow a certain story as they navigate through the pavilion. Lighting and sound are also done in a way that brings out the senses and the fun of exploring the unknown.

Luxembourg Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025 'designed for easy disassembly'
Luxembourg Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025 'designed for easy disassembly'

To support the ideas of sustainable development, the structure of the Luxembourg Pavilion is constructed of modular steel and covered with a tensed membrane. This design decision is not only useful for the aesthetic of the pavilion itself but also plays the role of actively drawing attention to environmentally friendly practices. Another interesting thing about the pavilion’s construction is that the structure is actually ‘designed for disassembly’, so the various components are easy to reuse or recycle.

Apart from the architectural and environmental features of the pavilion, the exhibition focuses on creating a bond between the people of Luxembourg and Japan. It corresponds to the sub-theme of the Expo – ‘Connecting Lives,’– as it intends to remove the cultural barriers and enable people to communicate effectively. Visitors will be able to get acquainted with the Luxembourg Heartbeat – an exciting country that has a creative and pulsating energy.

Luxembourg Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025 will offer a unique blend of design, cultural identity, and sustainability that may make the visit more special. Through this pavilion, people will get to know the heart and soul of Luxembourg and its vision of a sustainable and interconnected world.

Also, recently, many other countries, such as Switzerland, China, Canada, Australia, and Singapore, unveiled their pavilions for Expo Osaka 2025, which will take place from April 13 to October 13, 2025.

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Hi, I am an architecture graduate and design enthusiast who enjoys traveling and learning about art, culture, architecture, and history. In my spare time, I enjoy reading and scribbling down my ideas. I attempt to capture many perspectives on the world through my writings and art.

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