# Public Art Structures The Vaulted Willow is a Colorful Permanent Installation in an Edmonton Park By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-03-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vaulted-willow References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/outdoor-architectural-sculpture-made-self-supported-shells/) & [theverymany](http://theverymany.com/) The Vaulted Willow is a mesmerizing [permanent public art installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henderson-art-garden) located in Borden Park in Edmonton, Canada. Commissioned by the Edmonton Arts Council, the Vaulted Willow was designed and built by Marc Fornes / THEVERYMANY, a New York City-based studio integrating art and architecture. The colorful Vaulted Willow is made up of 721 [aluminum stripes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baker-creek-pavilion) and 14,043 connectors, with epoxy concrete anchors holding it in place. The bright shells are extremely light and self-supporting, while the color scheme was chosen to contrast with the surrounding forest, boosting the feeling of superficiality. The Vaulted Willow is a [playful public art installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wired-scape) that serves as an interactive structure and a catalyst for introducing thoughtful artistic architecture into everyday life. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Interactive Public Art Installations:** The integration of interactive elements into public art installations could enhance engagement and experience. - **Lightweight and Self-supporting Structures:** Developing lightweight and self-supporting structures could revolutionize the design and construction industry. - **Color Contrast in Architecture:** Exploring the use of color to create contrast in architecture could provide new opportunities for creativity and innovation. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture and Design:** There is potential for architects and designers to collaborate with artists to create more innovative and interactive public art structures. - **Construction:** Developing lightweight and self-supporting structures could revolutionize the construction industry, resulting in more sustainable and cost-effective projects. - **Tourism and Entertainment:** Interactive public art installations could be utilized to attract tourists and enhance visitor experiences in public spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Floating Canopy Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piloti-canopy.md) - [Performance-Driven Public Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourth-wall.md) - [Swirled Public Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tunnel-vision-installation.md) - [Spring-Welcoming Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meadow-exhibition.md) - [Dynamic Public Artwork Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/born-to-be-wild-1.md) - [Illuminating Park Installation Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterfront-park.md) - [Accessibility-Enhancing Public Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isometric-studio.md) - [Folk Creature Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fibredog.md) - [Musical-Themed Kinetic Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daydreamer.md)