Shopping malls are centers of consumerism and often wasteful behavior, which is why artists Roadsworth and Brian Armstrong along with the studio PROJEKROOM created a five-story garden entitled 'Fragile.'
Elements like cardboard, water bottles, bubble wrap and hangers were collected from Montréal Eaton Centre, a Canadian shopping mall, in order to create mesmerizing pieces like fish or jumping frogs. This beautiful urban garden has everything from trees to ponds with lotus flowers, and was constructed to raise awareness about consumerism and the environment.
It's becoming increasingly popular for artists to take advantage of public spaces to question people's habits and raise awareness about different topics. The artificial ecosystem by Roadsworth and Brian Armstrong is a fantastic example of this artistic tendency.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Upcycled Art
- Creating art installations using recycled materials presents opportunities for artists to promote sustainability and raise awareness about consumerism.
- Eco-conscious Design
- Designing green spaces in unexpected places, like shopping malls, allows for the exploration of innovative ways to incorporate nature into urban environments.
- Public Space Activism
- Using public spaces as a canvas for artistic expression and activism offers opportunities to engage and educate the public on important social and environmental issues.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Art and Sculpture
- The art and sculpture industry can embrace the trend of upcycled art installations to create unique and environmentally conscious pieces that resonate with consumers.
- Architecture and Urban Design
- Architects and urban designers can explore the concept of incorporating green spaces, such as the Fragile installation, into existing structures like shopping malls to enhance sustainability and promote a closer connection with nature.
- Environmental Activism
- Environmental activists can utilize the power of public space activism to raise awareness about consumerism, waste, and the need for sustainable practices in order to drive positive change.
