The Gradel Quadrangles at Oxford University features a unique design topped with a carved stone pangolin, reflecting themes of climate crisis and animal endangerment addressed during the pandemic. Architect David Kohn aimed to memorialize Covid's impact on society through animal carvings, which replace traditional colonial symbols. The project, consisting of student accommodations and communal spaces, showcases a distinctive design with a serpentine shape and intricate details inspired by nature, signaling a shift in architectural expression that highlights contemporary environmental challenges.
The Gradel Quadrangles is a project designed during the pandemic, featuring an array of carved animals symbolizing species at risk and reflecting concerns over climate change.
David Kohn, the architect, emphasizes that carvings, once symbols of colonial expansion, now signify the urgency of preserving endangered species and environments.
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