Live Forever
2011
Origami sheet brass, LEDs, electronics, environmental sensors. 35’ x 18’ x 12’
Location: Firestation 94, Baldwin Village, Los Angeles
Commissioned by the Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs
Networked light-embedded brass origami sconces inspired by native cliff-dwelling Chalk Dudleya “Live Forever” plant, so-named because of its drought tolerance. This monitoring and alert system exploits the surface of the building in the way nature finds uses for voids.
Moisture-responsive lighting is an environmental monitoring system clinging to the facade. The rate lights scintillate across the building in response to ambient humidity is linked to fire risk. An ambient clue to fire danger levels to raise awareness.
Collaboration with Oliver Hess
Images by Mayoral Photo