# The Tunnel Web Pavilion

> The Tunnel Web Pavilion brings together computational design and eco-expressionism using Yucatan’s local plant-based materials, henequen & bamboo.

## At a glance

- Author: Zahid Pasha
- Related course: [Eco-Parametric Structures - Studio Mamou-Mani](https://paacademy.com/course/eco-parametric-structures-studio-mamou-mani)
- Software: Rhinoceros 3D, Grasshopper 3D
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- Canonical: https://paacademy.com/project/the-tunnel-web-pavilion

## Project details

The tunnel web pavilion—formally inspired by the tunnel web spider—brings together computational design and eco-expressionism using Yucatan’s local plant-based materials, henequen & bamboo. Using computational design methodologies and a bamboo-henequen structural system, the group has opened up new possibilities of using these plant-based materials in a modern and elegant way.


![](../../../storage/media/The-Tunnel-Web-Pavilion-2.webp)


The chosen site is known as Plaza Grande located in the center of Merida, Yucatan. Yucatan is a state of Mexico with a population of about 2.3 million. Merida is characterized by colonial architecture, a tropical climate, Caribbean atmosphere, and frequent cultural happenings; Mérida is sometimes called the “White City” because of its buildings made of white
stone and the city’s cleanliness.
 ![](../../../storage/media/The-Tunnel-Web-Pavilion-3.webp)


The pavilion’s form is made up of an interwoven sinuous bamboo structure that brings a lively dynamism to the plaza—known for public events with dancing, music, and art showcases.
 ![](../../../storage/media/The-Tunnel-Web-Pavilion-4.webp)![](../../../storage/media/The-Tunnel-Web-Pavilion-5.webp)![](../../../storage/media/The-Tunnel-Web-Pavilion-6.webp)




The Eco-Parametric Structures workshop organized by PAACADEMY was held from 2nd March to the 13th April 2021 on an online platform. Studio Mamou-Mani is one of the studio workshops at the PAACADEMY with a focus on combining sustainability with parametric design. The studio with the 6 intriguing sessions lead by London-based architect, Arthur Mamou-Mani and his team was articulated on the topic of wooden construction through computational design methods. The session focused on developing a parametric, modular, and environmentally conscious system in an online studio through interactive workshops and discussions.


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[Click here](https://parametric-architecture.com/product/eco-parametric-structures-studio-mamou-mani-paacademy/)** to register and watch the recordings.

![](../../../storage/media/Tunnel-Web-Pavillion-1.webp)




**Credits:**
**Studio workshop by PAACADEMY**
**Studio title: Eco-Parametric Structures**
**Lead by: Arthur Mamou-Mani and his team**
**Project name: Tunnel Web Pavillion**
**Students: Zahid Pasha, Miguel Ruiz, Arantxa Nava, Rafael Ramos**
**Date: 2nd March until 13th April 2021**