Architecture studio Zeller & Moye are the minds that are behind the Mirage, made in collaboration with artist Katie Paterson. The large sculpture is found at tech giant Apple's campus in California and it is formed from a series of glass cylinders throughout an olive grove by the campus's visitor center at Apple Park, which is also the main area for the company.
Together, Paterson and the team wove hundreds of cast glass cylinders through the grove to create a path. Co-founder of Zeller & Moye, Christoph Zeller speaks about the project, stating that "Visitors experience Mirage by walking along columns that reveal stories of the world's deserts. The sculpture unfolds piece by piece, through gradually shifting color, surface texture and material consistencies."
Image Credit: Zeller & Moye
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Cylindrical Glass Sculptures
- The use of glass cylinders in sculptures is a growing trend in the art and design industry, offering unique and visually stunning installations.
- Collaborative Art Projects
- The collaboration between architects, artists, and tech companies is a trend that fosters innovative and engaging installations, like the Mirage sculpture at Apple's campus.
- Immersive Experiences
- Creating interactive paths and stories for visitors to explore is a trend that enhances the overall experience of art installations, like the Mirage sculpture revealing stories of the world's deserts through its design.
Where This Applies
- Art and Design
- The art and design industry can leverage the trend of glass sculptures to create visually stunning and captivating installations.
- Architecture
- Architects can tap into the trend of collaborative art projects to create unique and engaging sculptures for various spaces.
- Tech
- Tech companies can explore the trend of immersive experiences to enhance their campuses and create interactive installations that inspire creativity and engagement.
