Eddy Sykes' Moving Architectural Installation 'Yakuza Lou'
Katie Cordrey — March 22, 2009 — Eco
References: chersonprom.org & themagla
'Yakuza Lou' is the work of Los Angeles architect Eddy Sykes. Because of the way Sykes combines technology and nature, it is an example of 21st Century ‘high-tech/high touch’ design.
The self-articulating landscape uses hydrodynamics, motors and growth patterns to systematically redefine a structure of octagonal vegetative mats. A hinge-mounted motor drives the octagonal origami-inspired form.
The landscape works in concert with an artificial Cumulonimbus cloud that also changes over time, another allusion to the origami fortune-telling toy that appears to have been the muse for the project.
The self-articulating landscape uses hydrodynamics, motors and growth patterns to systematically redefine a structure of octagonal vegetative mats. A hinge-mounted motor drives the octagonal origami-inspired form.
The landscape works in concert with an artificial Cumulonimbus cloud that also changes over time, another allusion to the origami fortune-telling toy that appears to have been the muse for the project.
Trend Themes
1. High-tech/high-touch Design - Eddy Sykes' 'Yakuza Lou' exemplifies the trend of combining technology and nature to create self-articulating landscapes.
2. Hydrodynamic Landscapes - The use of hydrodynamics, motors and growth patterns in 'Yakuza Lou' presents disruptive innovation opportunities for designing eco-friendly and efficient landscapes.
3. Origami-inspired Architecture - The origami-inspired form and moving installation of 'Yakuza Lou' offers innovative possibilities for transforming building structures with adaptable and artistic designs.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - The design techniques used in 'Yakuza Lou' have the potential to revolutionize the architecture industry with new sustainable and artistic approaches.
2. Landscape Design - The hydrodynamic and origami-inspired design elements in 'Yakuza Lou' can inspire new landscape designs that incorporate ecology and aesthetics for various settings.
3. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics - The hinge-mounted motor driving the moving landscape in 'Yakuza Lou' highlights how AI and robotics can be integrated to create innovative and interactive design experiences.
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