Located in the Bronx River in New York City, this upcycled umbrella artwork floats along the water in an awe-inspiring fashion. Created by the husband-and-wife team of Amanda Schachter and Alexander Levi of SLO Architecture, the 'Harvest Dome 2.0' is an incredibly imaginative creation.
Suffering the heartbreaking loss of their first dome creation while it was being installed, this second attempt was made possible by the wonderful avenue of a Kickstarter campaign. The umbrella artwork was created with the skeletons of 450 discarded umbrellas and not only looks amazing, but also provides a message that one person's trash, really is another's treasure. The creators of this remarkable installation state that the best way to view the inventive structure is on a kayak in the water about two or three feet away.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Upcycled Artwork
- Opportunity for artists to create unique and sustainable artwork using discarded materials.
- Environmental Awareness
- Growing demand for art installations that promote recycling and highlight the impact of waste on the environment.
- Crowdfunding for Creative Projects
- Increasing use of crowdfunding platforms to raise funds for artistic endeavors and bring unique installations to life.
Sectors Adopting This
- Art and Design
- Artists and designers can explore opportunities in creating upcycled artwork and raising awareness about environmental issues.
- Environmental Conservation
- Organizations focused on environmental conservation can collaborate with artists to create visually impactful installations that raise awareness.
- Crowdfunding Platforms
- Crowdfunding platforms can capitalize on the growing interest in supporting creative projects that have a positive environmental impact.
