London Science Museum
In December 2016, the London Science Museum unveiled the Winton Gallery of Mathematics, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, with a mission to reveal the omnipresence of mathematics in our daily lives. Odico played a pivotal role in this venture, collaborating with architects, Paragon, and Hicon A/S to create 14 unique benches, showcasing the elegance of Ultra-High Performance Concrete (UHPC).

Business partner

Zaha Hadid

Solution

Special Formworks

Industry

Design & Architecture

Country

England

Transforming mathematics into art: Odico's contribution to London Science Museum's Winton Gallery

The Winton Gallery of Mathematics at the London Science Museum is a testament to the marriage of art and science. Designed by the renowned Zaha Hadid Architects, the gallery's centerpiece, the intricate geometric bench design, demanded precision and innovation. Odico, in collaboration with Zaha Hadid Architects, Paragon, and Hicon A/S, rose to the challenge.

Odico's contribution to the gallery was the creation of 14 extraordinary benches, crafted from Ultra-High Performance Concrete (UHPC). These benches, characterized by a mere 3-centimeter-thick concrete shell with lightweight foam at their core, defied conventional expectations. The result was a combination of artistic elegance and structural ingenuity, seamlessly merging mathematics and design. These benches not only serve as functional seating but also as a testament to the limitless possibilities of material innovation.

Odico's collaboration with the London Science Museum exemplifies the company's commitment to pushing the boundaries of design and engineering. Through this project, mathematics emerged as a living, breathing part of our daily world, beautifully showcased through the graceful lines and impeccable craftsmanship of these concrete benches.

Keypoints

Challenges solved

Complex geometric bench design
Minimizing bench weight
Material innovation and precision

Value-creating factors

Artistic elegance and innovation
Architectural and engineering excellence

Gallery

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