Canstruction is a unique food charity that holds sculpture contests throughout North America. The design/build competition pits architects, students and engineers against each other to create sculptures made entirely out of cans of food.
The Canstruction sculptures are exhibited to the public, and after the exhibition, all of the cans of food used in the Canstruction competition are donated to local food banks.
Canstruction is a foundation of the Society for Design Administration (SDA). There are Canstruction events about twice a month all over North America.
Click through the gallery to see entries from the New York Canstruction event, which opened on November 20 at the Winter Garden and Courtyard Gallery of the World Financial Center.
All images from Eat Me Daily.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Food-based Art Exhibitions
- Canstruction showcases innovative sculptures made entirely out of cans of food.
- Charitable Competitions
- Canstruction promotes social responsibility by donating all cans of food to local food banks after the exhibit.
- Design/build Competitions
- Canstruction pits architects, students and engineers against each other to create sculptures made entirely out of cans of food.
Where This Applies
- Charity
- Charitable organizations can incorporate Canstruction contests to raise awareness and donations for their cause.
- Architecture & Engineering
- Canstruction provides a unique platform for designers and engineers to showcase their talent and skills in a competitive setting.
- Food & Beverage
- Food companies can leverage Canstruction exhibits as a creative promotional opportunity for their brand on a local, regional, and national level.
