Van der Rohe Pavilion

The Van der Rohe Pavilion, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for the 1929 International Exposition in Barcelona, is a minimalist modernist structure celebrated for its sleek design and open space. Made primarily of glass, steel, and marble, it features clean lines, simple forms, and a sense of transparency that blurs indoor and outdoor boundaries. Originally built as a temporary exhibition space, it was later reconstructed as a permanent monument. The pavilion exemplifies Mies van der Rohe’s philosophy of “less is more,” emphasizing clarity, harmony, and the beauty of simple materials.