The meadow is framed by walls and a ceiling, the semi permeable nature of the structure suggests a softer boundary between the impermeable surfaces of much of Los Angeles and the huge swaths of protected parkland surrounding it. The walls are punctured on opposite sides to create a pathway through the blooming patch of meadow.
A motion detector monitors visitor responses and if they take their time passing through the space, the environment enhances the feeling with peaceful natural acoustics – but if they become frantic and active so do the acoustical properties of the space, encouraging us to slow down, smell the flowers and relax.
A motion detector monitors visitor responses and if they take their time passing through the space, the environment enhances the feeling with peaceful natural acoustics – but if they become frantic and active so do the acoustical properties of the space, encouraging us to slow down, smell the flowers and relax.
