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Uzone.id – Being part of an extended whole, architecture and art do not remain mere ideas, these two disciplines create a number of actual and valuable projects which change the world and human life. When an architect comes hand in hand with an artist they build structures that are not only practical but beautiful and thought-provoking as well. Now it is time to look at examples of some of the most exciting and innovative partnerships worldwide.
When Frank Gehry, a world famous architect, was designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao he dreamt of a building that had a sense of movement: ‘I wanted a piece of sculpture, something that you can move through.
1. Transformation of Public Space: High Line, New York City
Formerly a rail line, the High Line Park is today among the most visited recreation areas of the Big Apple. The partnership between architects and artists has effectively converted the industrial structure into what may be termed as a linear park. The park entails majestic scenery of the city and in addition serves as the center for art events including concerts, art fairs, and other events.
High Line New York was designed by Michael Van Valkenburgh who noted that; public spaces need to evolve to be sustainable.
2. Integration of Art in Architecture: Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
The architectural masterpiece which reflects Gehry’s penchant for integrating art into buildings is his design of Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. Undergoing numerous renovations and the usage of new materials, this museum has a giant unique shape, and every turn gives the possibility to see something new: A living art piece.
The architect Gehry explained his vision of designing this building as follows: ‘I wanted to make a building that seemed to be in motion… It had to be sculpture, a sculpture that contains space’.
3. Inspiring Street Art: Murals in World Cities
Today, graffiti or more officially known as street art is already an organic element of the city environment. A number of cities across the globe have often adopted the act of painting on walls hence depicting murals, dull walls are usually turned to colorful walls with messages. This is valid since collaborations with artists who work in the street are typically tied to the local society and, therefore, manifest personally inflected discourses of relevance.
Well-known postmodern artist Ai Weiwei said, ‘Street art is the voice that belongs to everyone. It is the way people can share and challenge.’
4. Architecture That Tells a Story: Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center, Baku
First of all, it is high-rise construction and the Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center in Baku, Azerbaijan represents a true architectural masterpiece. The architectural look of Al Bahar is in the future zone and the look of the walls is like Arabic calligraphy. This building also plays a dual role as a cultural center, and as an embodiment of the Azerbaijan nation. Indeed, every corner of the building appears to narrate a story, one which leaves the visitors with a world of extensive possibilities.
Zaha Hadid, a renowned British architect, once said, “The Heydar Aliyev Center is a manifestation of flowing energy, a celebration of free form and ever-changing space. This building is a symbol of Azerbaijan’s progress and modernity.”
5. Interactive Park: The Fields, Denmark
The Fields in Denmark is an architectural design that is a park that integrates art, architecture and technology. The park has different structures which are informational and touchable and which entitle the visitor to engage with the existing scenery. For instance, there is a manufactured sound and installation created from and based on the passing of wind through it or an object that alters color in response to temperature.
Michael Van Valkenburgh, Landscape Architect, “The Fields is an exciting experiment in combining art, technology and nature. The project demonstrates the potential of landscape design to create immersive and interactive experiences for visitors.”
