The
Earth Monument was conceived as an acknowledgement for two architects
that have an astonishing and insightful connection to earth. One dead
and one alive, they demonstrate the essence of the world through their
work.
From beauty in nature to social issues and sustainability;
Jorn Utzon spent a lifetime perusing repetition in design, often turning
to nature to find patterns for inspiration to create his organic,
‘additive’ architecture.
Bjarke Ingels founder of B.I.G., recognizes the impact of Architecture
on the earth and the innovative solutions required to ensure a future
through his playful philosophy, he calls ‘Hedonistic Sustainability’.
At the heart of the Earth Monument, is the image of earth. It's representative of both architects and embodies their inspiration, passion and philosophy.
The earth symbol represents Ingels' macro view for the sustainability of the
world and it is intended to be seen from above. The image is a mosaic and made up of 36 individual repeated textures(see below). The textures reference patterns in nature, which fascinated Utzon and symbolise a micro view of the world. The textures are intended to be seen close up on the ground.
The combination of
the two Architects' influences in the design for
the Earth Monument can be described as an electroliquid aggregation.
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