Which materials were used in the German Pavilion in Barcelona?

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Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Ludwig Mies van der Rohe.

The German Pavilion, also known as the Barcelona Pavilion, was constructed using a variety of high-quality materials to define its sequence of spaces. The structure was built upon a travertine platform and featured a roof supported by chromed steel columns.12

The interior spaces were defined by walls composed of the following materials:
* Honey-coloured onyx1
* Green Tinian marble1
* Frosted glass1

Additionally, the pavilion contained a pool and the iconic Barcelona chairs, which were designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe specifically for the space.13