Tāłtān Pavilions
The Tanadah Pavillion structure is inspired by the silhouette and “lean-to” profile design of a Tāłtān smokehouse. The shape is interpreted to into a curvilinear form, echoing the currents and meanderings of our rivers. There are three artworks that will be installed onto the Tanadah Pavilion structure: two metal-beaded salmon designs by Tsēmā, a large artistic showpiece map, and a "Matriarchs’ Meeting" story-response artwork by Vernon Asp.
The artworks (Salmon and Matriarchs’ Meeting) will feature six content panels (text, images, and maps) will be mounted using standoffs on the smokehouse walls. This creates depth and allows for the option to swap out panels in the future. The Tāłtān salmon appear to be “swimming” up the current and between the content panels interspersed along the structure.
Naturally burnt timber from a local forest fire are used as infill walls and rafters. Inspired by Yakisugi, a traditional Japanese wood preservation technique involving the process of charring the surface of the wood is much like the natural preservation seen in forest fires, where the charring creates a protective layer. This charring technique enhances the wood's durability and makes it resistant to fire, insects, and decay, resulting in a very long-lasting product. The process is both beautiful and highly effective at maintaining long-term structural integrity.
2025-2026 (currently in construction)
Burnt timber from local forest fire, weathering steel
