Parks are often home to beautiful monuments either dedicated to the city it resides in, to a cause or even to a single person; the Spiral Path Pavilion is a public structure that appears to be made for the general public that encourages serenity and reflection. A conceptual and artistic design, the Spiral Path Pavilion provides a stark contrast to its green surroundings.
By doing so, people are able to enjoy a sense of introversion without removing oneself completely from the outside world. The Spiral Path Pavilion was conceived by Michael Jantzen, a designer and artist based in Los Angeles, California. Once the spiraling path is walked, a person reaches a domed center that is complete with one long, curving seat to rest on before taking the path back down.
Spiral Path Pavilions
Michael Jantzen Designs a Conceptual Art Structure for a Park
Trend Themes
1. Art-in-park - The trend showcases innovative park structures as art installations.
2. Out-of-context Design - The trend highlights designs that deviate from the traditional surroundings they are placed in.
3. Interactive Landscape - The trend focuses on designs that encourage people to engage with their environment in unique ways.
Industry Implications
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3. Smart-parks - Disruptive innovation opportunities include creating interactive parks that use technology to enhance the visitor's experience with information about the park's flora, fauna, and history.