Jurcă Ștefan, k. Ylber
04/2024 – Arch Hive
A cluster of mirrored monoliths is used to represent the countless facets of the rapidly developing city of Surrey, Vancouver. A Monument For Change, designed as a permeable place to interact with, becomes a space of encounter, emphasizing the symbiotic relationship between the built environment and the collective consciousness of the community.
As visitors traverse the pavilion and its reflective monoliths, they are not simple spectators but become active participants in a narrative of transformation.
Each surface becomes a canvas, projecting the essence of both the individual and the environment, displaying a space in continuous mutation.
Monoliths with heights ranging from 4 ft to 9 ft ensure ongoing engagement for all users. Keeping usability in mind, the space allows interaction from both outside and inside. The innermost areas allow full appreciation of the impact of the colored central monoliths.
The framework of each monolith consists of a 40×40 mm steel tubular structure welded together and bolted to the ground to ensure long time stability. Reflective acrylic panels are attached to the structure using compatible glue.