An interesting visual exploration of space in this competition entry. I'm interested in what readers think about the success of this story/illustration (with a book illustrator) in telling this particular tale. Personally, aside from the plan graphic, I'm not feeling it and find it distracting from the overall concept, but that's the beauty of expression - it's all in the interpretation.
Secret Landscape Garden Studio Weave, MESH Partnership
Blackburn Town Center
> Read the full story and see all of the images at Bustler
:: image via Bustler
An excerpt: "The landscape doesn’t profess to be a slice of natural countryside but grows out from the urban fabric taking in rationalized traffic and accommodating level changes and desire lines, all the while delicately framing views of Blackburn landmarks side by side with new follies. We designed the landscape by exploring the adventure of a boy who finds a mirror on the floor of the shopping centre. The mirror is based on the “Claude Glass,” an 18th century pocket mirror used by artists and tourists to capture picturesque views. In the mirror, the boy sees a secret landscape garden where the trees are enjoying their own versions of various playground games."
:: all images via Bustler
Monday, June 8, 2009
DailyLand: Secret Landscape Garden
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although i like this idea, being a landscape spod, i'd like it to be accompanied by technical drawings that give a more accurate picture of how the space will look.
This is a great concept, but I think the graphics and the like could have been taken much further. The idea of telling a story in the most literal sense is a great way to connect with clients and non-designers alike, but in this case my fascination with this project is only in its principle.
although i cant help wondering what the residents of Blackburn (a northern industrial town) thought when the designers started talking about fairy tales and magic mirrors
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