The unique literal and thematic positioning of the Linton E. Allen Memorial Fountain has enabled it to become the unofficial symbol of Orlando, Florida. Serving as a top attraction in the center of the city, it has become a critical means of identity used by various businesses and organizations throughout the area thanks to the […]
Author: The Monumentous
The Thornton Park Fountain Imagines a New Identity for an Orlando Community
Located at the heart of the Thornton Park neighborhood in Orlando, Florida, the Thornton Park Fountain has become means of connection and identity for the entire community. By imagining what it would mean to create a new landmark for the community, it has come to define Thornton Park in multiple ways that resonate to both […]
The Memorial to John Munro Longyear Celebrates the History of Svalbard
A small plaque commemorating John Munro Longyear, the American founder of Longyearbyen, resides just outside of the center of the city. This small marker commemorates him in an incredibly simple way but is surrounded by other pieces of history to create an experience for audiences that is set to span across all eras of the […]
Polar Bear Signs Become Icons of and for Svalbard
The polar bear population in the Svalbard archipelago is around 3,000 which exceeds the number of people that reside in the town of Longyearbyen. While encounters with the animals in the town are rare, Svalbard Polar Bear Signs warn residents and visitors of the potential danger they face when venturing beyond the limits of the […]
Modern Monuments: The Miner by Tore Bjørn Skjølsvik Showcases the Legacy of Svalbard
Residing in the town Longyearbyen just outside of the modern Svalbardbutikken (general store) in the center of town, The Miner statue celebrates a legacy that represents the past and present of the entire Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard. This life-sized statue depicts a miner headed to or from work for the day, enabling a variety of […]
Monumentous Potential: The Svalbard Seed Vault
Carved into a hillside above Longyearbyen, the Svalbard Seed Vault was created to provide long-term storage of seeds that come from countries and regions across the world. Its purpose is to backup genebank collections to secure the foundation of our future food supply, highlighting why the Svalbard Seed Vault has been mentioned as one of […]
McGovern Centennial Garden Further Defines a Vision for Houston
Residing in the northeast segment of Hermann Park in Houston, Texas, McGovern Centennial Gardens has transformed what was a forgotten section of the park to better fulfill the original vision for the space. Featuring a pavilion, numerous individual gardens and a stunning view of the landscape, it showcases what it can mean to transform a […]