When first laying eyes on the Stratospheric Sculpture, I couldn’t help but be in awe of its gravity-defying design. Yet I quickly I realized there are clever mechanics behind this surreal installation and I instead marvel at its workmanship.
Designed by Fletcher Vaughan, the Stratospheric sculpture is made from opaque, white Corian plates, which are painstakingly layered one at a time. For more images of the building process.
Glowing Spherical Installations
The Stratospheric Sculpture by Fletcher Vaughan
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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