It is the only building designed by Le Corbusier that uses a steel and glass construction method.
The roof is a separate structure from the building, acting as an 'umbrella' to protect the interior from the sun and rain.
The pavilion was commissioned by Heidi Weber, a Swiss art gallerist and promoter of Le Corbusier’s work.
The design is based on the Modulor, a universal scale of proportions based on the human body.
The building was originally situated on land owned by the city of Zürich on a 50-year lease, which expired in 2014 before the city took over ownership.
Le Corbusier died in 1965, two years before the construction was finalized.
The building displays a collection of original furniture pieces designed by Le Corbusier himself.
Pavillon Le Corbusier is the final architectural project designed by Le Corbusier, completed posthumously in 1967. It serves as an exhibition space dedicated to the architect's work, including furniture, drawings, and paintings. The building is constructed using a modular steel frame and prefabricated glass and enamel panels. It is located on the eastern shore of Lake Zürich in the Zürichhorn park. The structure is characterized by its modular design based on the Modulor, Le Corbusier’s system of human-scaled proportions. Unlike his concrete works, this project utilized steel and glass to reflect an industrial aesthetic. It is managed by the Museum für Gestaltung Zürich. The pavilion functions both as a museum and an architectural landmark.
From the exterior near the lake-facing glass panels to capture the contrast between the steel frame and the park greenery.
Check the official website for current temporary exhibition themes before visiting.
Combine your visit with a walk through the surrounding Zürichhorn park.
Look for the original sketches and scale models on display to understand the construction process.
Do not attempt to walk on the roof, as it is a structural protection element and not a viewing deck.
Closed during the winter months; generally open from spring through late autumn.
Refrain from touching the exhibits and follow standard museum quiet-environment protocols.
