Russian artist Alex Shtanuk is looking to contribute an installation to Burning Man 2018 that will provide a functional solution for the exhausting scorching temperatures. To raise money for this endeavor, the creative began an IndieGoGo campaign titled 'The Blanket.' The idea behind the installation is to cover the site for Burning Man 2018 in a giant NASA-engineered blanket that has the capability of reflecting 97% of radiated heat.
Alex Shtanuk's design consists of 3,350 NASA space blankets that are bound together with 40 kilometers of reinforced tape. Aside from its incredibly relevant functionality, the gigantic blanket is also aesthetically expressive with its metallic appearance and its lightweight design that will enable it to change its silhouette as the wind blows.
Photo Credits: Alex Shtanuk
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Temperature-reducing Installations
- Opportunity for artists and designers to create innovative installations that provide functional solutions for extreme temperatures at events like Burning Man.
- Reflective Materials
- Emerging trend in using reflective materials, like NASA-engineered blankets, to reduce heat and create visually striking designs.
- Lightweight and Adaptive Designs
- Increasing demand for lightweight and adaptive designs that can change their silhouette based on environmental factors like wind.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Art and Design
- Artists and designers can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating functional solutions and reflective materials into their installations.
- Event Planning and Production
- Event planners and producers can integrate temperature-reducing installations to enhance guest experience and address extreme weather conditions.
- Manufacturing
- Manufacturers of reflective materials can capitalize on the growing demand for lightweight and adaptive designs that reduce heat and enhance visual appeal.
