There definitely has been an increase in 'street furniture' designs as many metropolitan cities look for ways to be aesthetically pleasing and playful. Sam Jacob Studio's project in Shenzhen, China is one of the latest pieces of 'street furniture' to capture the attention of publications like Dezeen.
The design is monolithic in nature and geometrically influenced, which edges it towards more contemporary sensibilities. It is made up of two triangular volumes in grey and yellow and two red-and-white striped poles. The foundation supports a turquoise disk. In its functional extension, the street furniture is intended to serve the purpose of a shelter and Sam Jacob Studio gives it the name of 'Yantian Dolmen.'
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Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Street Furniture Design
- The increase in street furniture designs contributes to the trend of hyperlocal neighbourhoods with a focus on outdoor community spaces.
- Geometrically-influenced Architecture
- Architecture influenced by abstract geometric forms applies conventionally harmonious shapes to structure and design.
- Multifunctional Public Art
- Public art installations that serve a practical purpose blur the line between form and function.
Where This Applies
- Architecture and Urban Planning
- Urban planners can take note of street furniture designs to enhance or create new functional and aesthetic public spaces in cities.
- Outdoor Apparel and Gear
- Functional outdoor gear and accessories can integrate with street furniture design, creating new opportunities for innovation and collaboration.
- Fine Arts and Sculpture
- Fine artists and sculptors can incorporate functional elements into their work, expanding the definition of public art and challenging perceptions of form and function.
