Singapore Sun by Dale Chihuly Shines at One Holland Village
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Local Artist | Artwork |
Florence Ng | Nostalgia A unique glass-brick installation, it pays homage to the icons of Singapore's old playgrounds such as the dragon, pelican and elephant. These colourful glass bricks form a lively mosaic that serves as a touching reminder of the simple joys that filled a child's life before the digital age, inspiring viewers to pause and reflect on the timeless magic of play and human connection. |
Jahan Loh | Reconstituted Philosophies Using popular ready-to-eat canned food as a medium to convey shifting cultural paradigms of Asian culture, the artist explores consumer culture while delving into his childhood memories. Made up of nine stainless steel installations, the pieces take on animalistic forms such as chicken feet beneath the chicken curry can. |
Ripple Root | Holland Village Dreaming This artwork captures the essence of Holland Village, a place cherished by many. From the shophouse enclave to the iconic windmill, the artwork evokes a sense of nostalgia for this beautiful neighbourhood. It serves as a reminder to appreciate the past while embracing a future full of vibrant possibilities. |
Very Small Exhibition | Dream Love Joy A light art installation situated on the ceiling of the One Holland Village bridge. Igniting into a mesmerising passage lit up by a dynamic rainbow, the experience is like an enchanting voyage brimming with dreams, love and joy. |
International Artist | Artwork |
Arik Levy | FacetFormation 180 Corten Made of corten steel, this artwork is inspired by recomposition, exemplifying the idea of looking through time while anticipating the future. This mirrors the sentiment of constant reinvention of Holland Village, from a plantation and former home of European settlers to a favoured place in the community. |
Dale Chihuly | Singapore Sun Comprising over 1,500 hand-blown glass elements, this elaborate and intricate composition demonstrates the artist's ability to use colour on a grand scale—a key characteristic of his installation works. |
Tomislav Topić | Interlude Composed of 410 steel panels arranged in a precise manner and divided into 10 interconnected modules, the distinct colour tones on the panels blend and transition into each other. They create a sensory experience that complements and contrasts with the space at One Holland Village. |
Commissioned Designers | Name of Art Bench |
Hans Tan Studio | Picnic The Picnic bench blends the openness of sitting directly on the ground with the functionality of a bench as an intermediary. It plays on these typologies to highlight the social aspirations of people in public spaces. The postures it allows evoke "Western" idyllic summer scenes of lounging on the lawn and "Eastern" traditions of sitting on the floor. This blend of expatriate influence and local character captures the distinctive social fabric of Holland Village. |
MKPL | Tembusu Bench The Tembusu Bench is designed to evoke the charm of handcrafted wood. The edge of the Tembusu plank highlights the tree's textures and patterns, inviting touch and encouraging fingers to trace its curves until they find a resting place. The interlocking wood joinery, with its seamless mystery, forms a delightful puzzle for the curious to explore and admire. |
Studio Juju | A Wonderful Bench A Wonderful Bench is envisioned as a place for creating beautiful memories. It is imagined to be big and long, inviting children to walk on it, couples to chat on it, and families to rest on it. How wonderful this shared experience will be. |
MILL Design Competition Winners | Name of Art Bench |
Christophe Gaubert, Cynthia Chan, Poh Yun Ru, Tan Weijing Designers from NUS Design Incubation Centre (DIC) | Sampan The Sampan benches are a tribute to the spirit of welcome and the emulation felt by all travellers discovering a culture that they will end up making their own. Like boats approaching a new land, the Sampan participate in the dynamics of the place and the flow of passers-by. They are an invitation to rest, enjoy the urban landscape and discuss and exchange different perspectives. Their varied sizes and coloured lacquered sides express the diversity of origins that make up local culture. |
Hai-png (Heffrence) Teow | More Than A Bench Inspired by the vibrant surroundings, this design features multiple benches arranged organically to create a natural, rhythmic quality. It represents an informal social space where human interaction is driven by spontaneity. More than just a bench, it celebrates diversity and facilitates community. |
Hector Arturo Salazar | ASPA Inspired by the traditional windmill blades and the vibrant Holland Village neighbourhood, this practical bench design embodies the values of inclusivity and diversity. Accessibility is a key factor in fostering a sense of community. The bench must be usable by everyone, including being wheelchair and pram friendly. |
Jan Abigail Ampo Juarez, Li Xing Tong, Low Yi Jun Architecture Students of Singapore Polytechnic | Comfort Inspired by the vibrant atmosphere of Chip Bee Gardens and Lorong Liput, Comfort features a unique anthropomorphic form. It adapts to the rhythms of day and night, offering an upright structure for daytime activities and a more reclined position for nighttime relaxation. By seamlessly blending functionality with the distinctive experiences of each time of day, the bench becomes a versatile space that accommodates diverse activities and fosters a sense of connection to the environment and its evolving atmospheres. |
Muhammad 'Ammar Bin Mohamad Malek | The Boing Boing Bench Inspired by the quaint and vibrant quality of Holland Village, the Boing Boing Bench seeks to bring out our playful side, reminiscent of the springy playground rides. Anchored by steel springs, the bench sways gently, inviting curious passers-by to take a seat. The bench comes to life with movements from people, creating a picture of liveliness and spirited energy. This is a beautiful reminder that as we embrace the volatile nature of life, we should not forget to have fun along the way. |
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