Spectacular Installation ‘Glowing Trees’ in Hong Kong
Motivated by the perception of hong kong being a groundless city lacking activated
public space, beijing-based firmspatial practice has created ‘glowing trees’. the
installation seeks to transform the oval atrium of the IFC mall by developing a collection of large trees
that wish to catch the attention of potential users.
Spectacular Installation ‘Glowing Trees’ in Hong KongSpectacular Installation ‘Glowing Trees’ in Hong Kong
The site’s position is a pivotal transport intersection and its mixed-use program is a point of
reference for many who pass through it on a daily basis. the trees’ kinetic motion, as it moves up
and down, allows for surprising effects as the pleated fabric comes to life. a spontaneous reaction
is further supported by each of the tree’s playful materiality, striated color palette, and interior
reflective, that lets users gaze and capture the moment..
the tree’s playful materiality has a striated color palette, and interior reflective forms
Spectacular Installation ‘Glowing Trees’ in Hong Kong
the movement of the trees forces the passers-by to slow down and appreciate the installation
Spectacular Installation ‘Glowing Trees’ in Hong Kong
3d printed model
3d printed model
Spectacular Installation ‘Glowing Trees’ in Hong Kong
drawing diagrams
drawing diagrams
Spectacular Installation ‘Glowing Trees’ in Hong Kong
carpet plan diagram
carpet plan diagram
Spectacular Installation ‘Glowing Trees’ in Hong Kong
factory assembly
Spectacular Installation ‘Glowing Trees’ in Hong Kong
factory process detail
factory process detail
Spectacular Installation ‘Glowing Trees’ in Hong Kong
detail interior fabric
Spectacular Installation ‘Glowing Trees’ in Hong Kong
detail custom carpet pattern
detail custom carpet pattern
Spectacular Installation ‘Glowing Trees’ in Hong Kong
interior view
interior view
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