Refuge
By Isabella Defesche
Idea: Aesthetically pleasing and playful structures will be constructed at city bus stops. Along with the artistic value they provide, they will supply shelter from harsh weather conditions.
Introductory structures:
A mushroom
A gingerbread house
An umbrella
A large tree (with operational swing)
A mushroom
A gingerbread house
An umbrella
A large tree (with operational swing)
Materials: The materials used to construct these structures will vary with each location. The materials are based on what the art piece is representing. The location that houses a mushroom structure will be built our of a ceramics (due to the earthy origin of the mushroom) and will have a glazed finish. The bus stop accommodating the gingerbread house will be made out of ceramic (the house) and metal (the confectionary decorations). The house will be insulated because of the properties of the ceramic and the metallic glossiness of the decorations will make the candy pieces seem more life-like. The umbrella configuration will be made of all metal. During times of precipitation the umbrella will provide shelter while also emitting the satisfying sound of rain (hail, or snow) on a tin roof. Lastly, the large tree will be constructed out of bronze. The swing will be made of rope and wood like a traditional, back yard swing.
Audience: These works will touch and affect all city inhabitants. City bus riders can benefit from the shelter (and entertainment) they provide, homeless people can even take refuge in the structures from harsh heat or bitter cold, and passer-bys can admire their beauty.
Inspiration: I was once a city bus rider. I remember how the small roofing above the cold metal bench barely sheltered me from the weather conditions whether it was pouring, blazing, or freezing, the small space under the awning seemed like a waste of materials and space. That is how the public art project was born. The public art pieces are unique and fun while also serving the community.
Inspiration: I was once a city bus rider. I remember how the small roofing above the cold metal bench barely sheltered me from the weather conditions whether it was pouring, blazing, or freezing, the small space under the awning seemed like a waste of materials and space. That is how the public art project was born. The public art pieces are unique and fun while also serving the community.
"My house is my refuge, an emotional piece of architecture, not a cold piece of convenience."
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