The common rule to not touch the artwork doesn't apply to the 'Sea Cloud' as it's a sculpture that doubles as public seating for travelers to enjoy. Situated at the Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, the 'Sea Cloud' is the design work of Ken Chen and offers a spot to sit that's comfortable and stylish to enable a dual-purpose installation for the terminal.
The 'Sea Cloud' consists of twisted surfaces and a sculpted aesthetic that enables it to offer a birds-eye view of the sea that is inspired by the view of flying over it. This enables the public seating sculpture to be an exceptionally beautiful and appropriate piece for the airport for travelers to admire while passing through or sit on while waiting for their flight.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Dual-purpose Sculptural Seating
- Opportunity to create public seating that also serves as a piece of art.
- Airport Terminal Sculptures
- Opportunity to incorporate sculptures and functional art installations in airport terminals.
- Aerial-inspired Design
- Opportunity to design art installations and seating inspired by aerial views and landscapes.
Where This Applies
- Art and Design
- Opportunity for artists and designers to create dual-purpose installations that are both functional and artistic.
- Airport and Travel
- Opportunity for airports to incorporate functional art and sculptures to create a more visually appealing and comfortable environment for travelers.
- Furniture and Seating
- Opportunity for furniture and seating manufacturers to create functional art pieces that offer comfort and style to public spaces such as airports.
