Switzerland's City Lounge
Rachel Webb — October 21, 2008 — Art & Design
References: carlosmartinez.ch & coolboom.net
St. Gallen, Switzerland has rolled out the red carpet permanently with their City Lounge outdoor installation. Designed by Carlos Martinez and Pipilotti Rist for a competition, the red carpet covers the streets and surrounds the businesses in the area.
City Lounge features places to park and even fake cars you can sit or relax on.
Implications - City planners are continually searching for sustainable ways to encourage public interaction in an organic way. By integrating furniture in the shape of fake cars into the all-red installation, the City Lounge turns a potential eyesore into an attractive place where visitors can relax, interact with each other and enjoy public art for free.
City Lounge features places to park and even fake cars you can sit or relax on.
Implications - City planners are continually searching for sustainable ways to encourage public interaction in an organic way. By integrating furniture in the shape of fake cars into the all-red installation, the City Lounge turns a potential eyesore into an attractive place where visitors can relax, interact with each other and enjoy public art for free.
Trend Themes
1. Outdoor Installations - Creating large outdoor installations to encourage public interaction in a sustainable way.
2. Public Art - Integrating public art into urban design for free enjoyment and community engagement.
3. Repurposing Space - Transforming public spaces such as streets and parking areas into attractive community gathering spaces.
Industry Implications
1. Urban Planning - Urban planners can utilize outdoor installations to transform unused public space into community gathering spaces.
2. Architecture - Architects can incorporate public art into their designs to enhance the aesthetic appeal of urban environments.
3. Art and Design - Artists and designers can collaborate with city planners to create innovative outdoor installations that foster public interaction and engagement.
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