Architectural design firm AAU Anastas has made something beautiful out of the seemingly everyday with this stunning sculpture made out of simple Bic 'Cristal' pens.
Located inside a concert hall in Amsterdam, the 'BIC Cristal' is composed of 10,000 intricately placed BIC pens weaved and arranged together to create a glass-like combination of a hanging canopy and elegant chandelier. The geometric patterns present in this work show a focused attention to detail and form, and a deep understanding of the material being worked with.
This project was inspired by the idea of creating something extravagant out of the simple design of the ballpoint pen, and also to address current design practices. Concerns about wastefulness and over consumption urged the designers to reuse and transform objects in a sustainable and practical way.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Sustainable Sculptures
- Opportunity to create sustainable sculptures utilizing unexpected materials and designs, driven by concerns around wastefulness and over consumption.
- Innovative Art Installations
- Opportunity to build innovative art installations using ubiquitous products that are transformed into unique an intricate designs, enhancing public spaces
- Attention to Detail Designs
- Opportunity to create designs with the ability to capture attention due to the intricate patterns and geometric forms achieved through ballpoint pen sculptures.
Sectors Adopting This
- Art Industry
- Incorporate unconventional materials as the medium for creating art pieces resulting in the creation of unique and eco-friendly sculptures.
- Architectural Industry
- Allow the creation of extraordinary installations that can be incorporate in public spaces, buildings, and hotels that can enhance the overall visitor experience.
- Stationery Industry
- Opportunity to offer brands with unique and creative ideas in the use of pens and other writing materials to create innovative industrial designs.
