ASSEMBLY
A way of collaborating
An immersive installation where traditional Chiloé wood joinery meets modern techniques, creating a space for reflection on our connection with nature and craftsmanship.
An exhibition by CONTEXTO
10 may - 23 nov 2025
Wooden Cloud
Workshop
SE - 3
Video
Text
SE-2
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20 WOODEN JOINTS
51 PIECES OF WOOD
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10x8". 2 PIECES
5x4" 9 PIECES
5x5" 5 PIECES
4x3" 13 PIECES
4x4" 14 PIECES
5x3" 4 PIECES
2x2" 4 PIECES​
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Total volume: 0.30666 m3
Wood density: 480 kg/m3
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Total weight:
0.30666 m3 × 480 kg/m3 ≈ 147.20 kg
ANCUD, CHILOE ISLAND, CHILE
Knowledge and Technology Transfer Workshop in Traditional Chilote Carpentry
This project was inspired by Chiloé’s Big Island, located at the gateway to Chilean Patagonia. Known for its ancient maritime culture and strong connection to nature, Chiloé has a rich tradition of shipbuilding and timber construction, seen in its iconic boats, stilt houses, and Jesuit churches built without nails.Each year, the impressive migration of cetaceans along its Pacific coast reminds us of the power and beauty of the natural world — inviting reflection and awe.
Fundación Iglesias patrimoniales de Chiloé: Carpintero José Luis Catalán / Directora Ejecutiva Natalia Cruz
Castro Technical High School, Chiloé/Liceo Técnico Profesional de Castro:
Construction Teacher – Nelson Calisto Hernández
Head of the Industrial Area – Pedro Villarroel Leiva
School Principal – Annita Ceballos Villarroel
Students from 4th grade: A. Tenorio, A. Comicheo, A. Panichine, A. Alday, A. Chiguay, A. Vargas, B. Soto, B. Gómez, C. Gallardo, C. Saldivia, C.Santana, C. Carreras, C. Pérez, C. Águila, F.Ojeda, G.Herrera, G.Pillampel, H.Gallardo, H.Herrera, J.Teiguel, J.Hugueño, J.Villarroel, J.Calbun, K.Ulloa, K.Montecinos, K.Zuñiga,
L.Miranda, M.Velazquez, M.Torres, M.Velasquez, M.Fica, P.Barrientos, R.Aravena, R.Ulloa, Y.Ibarra,
Contexto: Gilberto Lepori, Antonia Pellegrini
Photo credits: Pablo Wilson
Video documental: M.Jesus Torres Vásquez