The Golden Moon is a temporary architectural structure built for the 2012 Mid-Autumn
Festival Lantern Wonderland. The pavilion by local firm LEAD explores
the combination of Hong Kong's unique building traditions with contemporary
design techniques. The six-story high spherical lantern revisits the
concept of a Chinese lantern. Clad in abstract flames in fiery colors and
shapes, it symbolizes the passionate love burning between the moon goddess and
her husband. Built in only eleven days, it demonstrates how complex
geometry, state-of-the-art technology, and traditional craftsmanship can meet
with simplicity, low costs, and speed. Even though it was only on display
for six days, it welcomed nearly 500,000 visitors.
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