The first thing I hope and imagine is wonderment as you try to understand the unique geometric shape of the structure. One single winding surface, where is the beginning, where is the end? Do they even exist at all? As people journey around the structure they will encounter all manner of different shapes, reflections and lights.
A simple attempt to emulate the complex beauty of nature with the aid of fractal geometry algorithms and human aesthetic. An impressive, otherworldly structure that will harvest man’s most important resource direct from the desert air.
A large, thermoformed structure inspired by the Stenocara Beetle of Africa which, using cleverly designed patterns on its shell, can harvest water from the air. Emulating the beetle, the building will harvest water from the humid morning air thanks to a hydrophilic surface material and biomimetic process.
Furthermore, the water collected by the biomimetic system will finish its way into well placed holes allowing visitors in the morning to refresh their face with the freshwater of the structure. I want people to become aware of the possibility of water recovery in the arid zone while enjoying a resource that’s so rare in the desert.
The idea that nature can inspire us to create robotic aided designs that have a positive impact on humans is something that fascinates me. Ever since I learned of the Stenocara Beetle’s unique ability to harvest water from the air, I knew I had to produce a design inspired by this. I hope this aspect alone will create some wonderment, questioning and reflection around what I personally deem to be one of the biggest crisis facing the planet: dwindling water supply.
The structure is also made entirely of bio-based material, taking life to create something that gives life back thanks to water seems a beautiful cycle to weave. The installation, with no beginning or end, actually relates directly to the cycle of life, the same journey everyone visiting the structure is part of. The mesmerising production of water from air, the necessity of movement to fully embrace the structure, every life cycle is different, but we all share a few key steps, I want everyone to share their own steps around the structure as the unique ribbon merges different identities into one.
A 13.13.13 feet structure made from light, translucent, flexible polypropylene material. The structure follows a complex geometric form made of Borromean rings and Mobius strip which consist of a single surface winding along three double ellipses and features a unique textured surface throughout.
Assembly always takes place at the base of the project as the sheets are assembled piece by piece using a thermoforming process. These large bumps take on an important structural role in helping form the sheets together. The peaks of the building follow attractor points and also become a unique artistic installation that reflect light in a unique way at night.
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