Scott Whitby Studio Used 1,000 Foam Pyramids to Make the Caution Cinema
Riley von Niessen — January 16, 2017 — Art & Design
References: scottwhitby & dezeen
To create the whimsical 'Caution Cinema,' Scott Whitby Studio, a London-based architecture firm, fashioned 1,000 pointed foam pieces of various colors together throughout the interior of a shipping container.
Although the material is soft to the touch, the sharp edges make the room look like a terrifying torture chamber -- where one wrong move would likely be fatal. The grisly look of the Caution Cinema holds a purpose however, as the space will function as a mobile screening room that's "designed to ensure that Britain's port workers remain engaged when learning behavior practices that could one day save their lives."
By covering the shipping container in foam pyramids, Scott Whitby Studio takes a space that's familiar to the workers and makes it into something entirely new -- reminding them to be aware of their surroundings. In addition, the material provides comfortable seating and soundproofs the shipping container from outside noise.
Although the material is soft to the touch, the sharp edges make the room look like a terrifying torture chamber -- where one wrong move would likely be fatal. The grisly look of the Caution Cinema holds a purpose however, as the space will function as a mobile screening room that's "designed to ensure that Britain's port workers remain engaged when learning behavior practices that could one day save their lives."
By covering the shipping container in foam pyramids, Scott Whitby Studio takes a space that's familiar to the workers and makes it into something entirely new -- reminding them to be aware of their surroundings. In addition, the material provides comfortable seating and soundproofs the shipping container from outside noise.
Trend Themes
1. Whimsical Interior Design - Using unconventional materials and design elements can create unique and engaging spaces.
2. Mobile Screening Rooms - Transforming shipping containers into mobile cinemas offers a flexible and accessible way to bring entertainment to different locations.
3. Engaging Learning Environments - Creating immersive and visually striking spaces can enhance engagement and retention during training sessions.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Architects can explore innovative uses of materials and design concepts to create visually intriguing and functional spaces.
2. Film and Entertainment - Film and entertainment industry can leverage mobile screening rooms to reach new audiences and bring movies to unconventional spaces.
3. Workplace Safety Training - Companies focused on workplace safety can adopt immersive environments to improve worker engagement and learning outcomes during training programs.
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