Beautiful_Accidents LAM August 2022 public art reduced

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Page 2: Document Information

  • Rapid Number: -23456852

  • Cross Reference ID: 1146498

  • Lender: THN (National Tsing Hua University) - Main Library

  • Borrower: WVU (West Virginia University) - Downtown Campus Library

  • Type: Article

  • Journal Title: Landscape Architecture

  • User Journal Title: Landscape Architecture Magazine

  • Article Title: Beautiful Accidents: Winning the Public Art Competition Was Just the First Step

  • Author: Timothy A. Schuler

  • Volume: 112

  • Issue: 8

  • Month: August

  • Year: 2022

  • Pages: 42-46

  • ISSN: 0023-8031

  • OCLC Number: Processed by RapidX: 11/5/2024 7:22:31 PM

  • Copyright Status: This material may be protected under copyright law (Title 17 U.S. Code).

Page 3: Introduction to POP Rocks

  • The design competition for five "street rooms" in Mission Rock, San Francisco, highlighted the foundation of landscape architecture by Terrain Work, an innovative studio based in New York.

  • Their winning proposal, titled POP Rocks, creatively interprets the geological history of the Bay Area by using 77 limestone blocks pieced intricately to create a large structure.

  • Colorful elements inspired by the aesthetics of 1980s pop culture were integrated into the design. Stones are accented with bright colors, like orange and yellow.

  • The goal of the artwork extends beyond aesthetics, aiming to encapsulate the "collisions of the inert and the living" according to its designer, Theodore Hoerr, ASLA.

Page 4: Evolution of the Design

  • The POP Rocks concept adapts iconic elements representing the Bay Area's natural history and nostalgic cultural references.

  • The design honors the geological characteristics of the area, such as the slopes of the local buff and specialized plant species like the California poppy.

  • Initial concepts underwent substantial modifications aimed at enhancing public engagement and accessibility within the design while managing fabrication costs.

  • Terrain Work leveraged foam models to assess perspectives of the sculpture to ensure its appeal and interactive potential.

Page 5: Accessibility and Final Adjustments

  • The addition of transfer platforms facilitates access to the public artwork, ensuring inclusivity for all visitors, especially those with disabilities.

  • Adjustments involved redesigning the heights and configurations of stones to meet accessibility standards, including introducing grab bars for support.

  • The installation of POP Rocks is set for 2023, alongside complementary public art initiatives intended to enrich the urban experience and attract community engagement.

  • Final rendering of POP Rocks emphasizes its playful interaction with the public and the intention behind its artistic design.