The Pavilion on Water invites viewers on an aesthetic and poetic journey into the imagination of Venetian architect Carlo Scarpa, highlighting his deep passion for Japanese culture. Inspired by impressions from Japanese philosopher Ryosuke Hashi, the narrative unfolds along the thread of a central question: What is beauty? This reflection bridges Scarpa's works with traditional Japanese aesthetics, offering opportunities to recall the poetic and emblematic episodes that defined his life. Throughout, the narrative is infused with a sense of nostalgia for the rare phenomenon of an artist’s birth. Even after Scarpa’s passing, his works continue to inspire wonder—a lasting gift to the world.

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Directed by Stefano Croci & Silvia Siberini

2023, Italy, 78 Minutes

FREE. Doors open at 6:00 pm, movie begins at 6:30 pm. 

Learn more about Season 13 of The Architecture + Design Film Series at adfilmseries.org

The Architecture + Design Film Series is presented by: 118 Elliot Gallery, AIA Vermont, and Burlington City Arts. With support from: 05401, AIAVT Emerging Professionals, Artisan Engineering, Birdseye Building Company, Burlington Furniture, Office Environments, Inc., Pella Windows and Doors, Peregrine Design/Build, Redstone, Riven Studio, Rocky Dale Gardens, Selin + Selin, Site Form Studio, TruexCullins, UVM Department of Art & Art History, Vermont Eco-Floors, NuChocolat, Douglas Sweets, American Flatbread, Radio Bean, Jim Williams Architecture and Design, Austin Design, Inc., Hinterland Studio, Hubbard Land Design, Mathes Hulme Builders, ASLA - Vermont Chapter, Hotel Vermont, and Nusantara