‘MercuryHouseOne’ by Architecture and Vision will be presented on September 2, 2009,during the 53rd Art Exhibition, Biennale of Venice, on San Servolo island.

‘MercuryHouseOne’ is a mobile lounge designed for a modern experience of our natural and urban environments. Drawing inspiration from nature, its shape recalls the beauty and perfection of a water drop. The advanced cabin is realized by the Italian company GVM of Gualtiero Vanelli in Carrara.

The exterior shell is a double curve shape made out of ultralight white Carrara marble.
The interior layout can be set up in a range of configurations to accommodate different uses and needs. The latest lighting, video, and sound technologies is used in the habitat in order to create a unique experience inside. The unit is powered by solar cells and is energetically autonomous.

On September 2, during the 53rd Art Exhibition, Biennale of Venice, MercuryHouseOne will be presented on the island of San Servolo in the wonderful scenery of the Venetian lagoon.Representatives of Italian and International cultural, political and economic institutions willattend the event.

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