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Parc de la Villette is thought of by its designer, Bernard Tuschumi, as a work in progress, an architectonic design that will never be finished. Because it is a living, breathing reflection of the people who use it, continuous change is fundamental, and parts of it can be taken down, changed and built again. The three systems that comprise the Parc
consist of a system of surfaces, a system of lines, and a system of points.
The surfaces of the park host activities that include
game playing, exercising, entertainment, markets and
more, and appropriate surfaces are used for each
activity.
The lines of the parc are supplied by a grid of
whimsical Folies. They are 10x10x10 meter cubes and serve as a common denominator to the entire park.
The strict repetition of the Folies creates a recognizable symbol for the park. Each Folie functions as a marker and a unique space, an area for experimentation that is linked to a group or event.

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