The Moon Jar:
Architectural symbol of Korea Pavilion
The architecture of the Korea Pavilion was inspired by the design of a moon jar, traditional Korean ceramic porcelain. The name comes from its moon-like shape and milky-white color. Ceramic traditions transformed grain bowls into these beautiful celadon and porcelain pieces. The curvature and subtle accents lend to the overall feeling of simplicity and harmonious balance with the surrounding environment.
While the Milano Expo site has been planned with a Decumanus-inspired Roman geometric structure, the Korea Pavilion has been designed with an organic traditional Korean shape. In this way it conveys a message of harmony between East and West.