The Fold-Out Kiosk is a design project set in a festival environment, aiming to create structures that support interaction and community engagement. Drawing from the concept of a traditional rural shed, it combines practicality with an approach that respects the surrounding landscape. This project focuses on flexibility, allowing the design to mold itself to fit different activities and user needs throughout the year.

Design Concept

The arrangement of the three structures is intentional, placed perpendicularly to the festival team proposal. This layout creates an open seating area that encircles the kiosks, making them central to the event. Each structure serves multiple purposes, enhancing visitor experiences by transforming into spaces that promote socializing and participation.

Functional Adaptability

Each kiosk features an integrated countertop and bottom storage, addressing both the aesthetic and practical needs of festival operations. The exterior walls are designed with framed louvers that enable an easy shift between closed and open modes. When opened, these walls expand the usable space, allowing the kiosks to function as service points during events while providing shelter for attendees.

Varied Dining Experiences

The project offers diverse dining arrangements that cater to different preferences within the food court area. Visitors can choose from low seating options supported by local logs, standing bars that can be put together easily using ropes and tree branches, or fold-out tables and benches that are simple to store and set up. This variety encourages people to gather, eat, and connect with one another.

Material Specifications

Material choices are carefully defined to ensure both quality and sustainability. Single timber units are specified at dimensions of 40mm x 80mm for the panel opening scheme and 30mm x 60mm for the fold-out table and bench. These materials enhance the natural feel of the kiosks, making them fit well within the forested environment while also providing the strength needed for frequent use during festivals.

The design features open spaces within the kiosks that allow light to shine through, creating an inviting atmosphere. This interplay of light and structure helps enhance the overall experience for festival-goers, making the environment feel welcoming and engaging throughout the event.