SHANGHAI SCULPTURE
SHANGHAI SCULPTURE
Can a sculpture breathe and clean the surrounding air?
Client
Chinese Government
Year
Ongoing
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Location
Shanghai
Press
Mond Qu
Sonny Do
Michael Mack
Project Team
A Breathing Eco-sculpture
This dynamic sculpture is akin to a living entity, designed to interact with its surroundings by inhaling polluted air and exhaling purity. Engineered to stand between 7 to 10 meters in height and stretching 14 meters across, this piece is not just art—it's a functional component of the urban landscape. Utilising the principles of fractal geometry, the sculpture's surface area is maximised, enhancing the diffusion process between air and pollutants. It acts as a conduit for smog, funnelling the contaminated air through its complex structure, which is equipped with a filtration system that cleanses the air as it travels through. Upon release, the air is significantly cleaner, contributing to the health and vitality of the area's future parkland environment. This wind sculpture is both a beacon of innovative design and a testament to the possibilities of environmentally responsive art.