When I received the photos of Hydra, those magnificent landscapes inspired me. This installation is a playful object/equipment for people strolling by on the coastal path for stopping by, resting and enjoying the beautiful views.
Engawa uses reclaimed timber planks to provide a rocking recliner seat for passengers. Constructed mainly by simple sliding "Siguchi-Tsugite".
The original proposal was Selene : a sheltered seat, shaped to allow a natural rocking motion when seated, and to provide shade from the strong sun. Made from recycled board such as paper honeycomb, cut out in shape which allows the efficient use of board for main elements and sub-elements. Each panel element is painted in white on one side and in black on another, this creates a visual differentiation in how appears when approaching the object and when leaving it. Providing small solar lamps in-between panels to light in the evening.
About
Tamiko Onozawa
Born and grew up in Tokyo, graduated from Musashino Art University.
Moved to Europe in 1994 and lived in Milan. Since moved to London in 1995 to join Richard Rogers Partnership, worked for a number of key project both as an architect and a designer on concept, structure, interior design, furniture design, master-planning. Whilst worked for RRP, had opportunity to live in Barcelona for two years.
Currently working as a consultant as well as having become an associate partner of a London based multi design company.
Fascinated by arts and science, especially passionate about music, playing and composing music.
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Posts of Engawa
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"Finished Work : Engawa"
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