Decontextualise to Decolonise: Egyptian Tile

Max Abrahams from the Interior Architecture course at the University of Brighton writes about an Egyptian tile as part of the Decontextualise to Decolonise project.

Egyptian Tile: Case Number 9

Secret Park Venue

I created a venue hidden beneath a park oasis. This was inspired from the Egyptian Rosette Disc. This site could be found in a urban garden. I imagined the artefact being used for decoration, just as it did in Ancient Egypt.

The disc is embedded into the floor tiles. It is placed on the floor directly underneath the skylights. This allows beams of light to descend upon the venue. This, the high ceilings and unique pillar design creates a dramatic space. It is similar to the striking and grand Ancient Egyptian architecture.

The venue is transformative and multifunctional. Events such as concerts, art galleries and weddings are able to be held. The viewing platform in the park also gives a unique view of the site through the skylights. The platform also features a café. This can double as a bar to assist the venue’s events.