What was formerly known as Francis Street Park in Port Angeles, Washington, became the 9/11 Memorial Waterfront Park thanks to the installation of a literal piece of history tied to an event that forever changed the United States of America. The landmark highlights what it can mean for a space to be transformed in a […]
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The Embrace Creates a New Icon for the Community in Boston Common
Boston Common features a collection of notable monuments, but the installation of The Embrace represents a new means of connection across the region in Boston, Massachusetts. The figurative sculpture has transformed the space and community to define an icon that connects eras and audiences in a whole new way. From Hero Worship to Collective Action […]
Gallagher Square at Petco Park Transforms a Space and Community
What was just a nondescript grassy area outside of Petco Park in San Diego, California, has been transformed into Gallagher Square, a concert venue and year-round community park. This transformation highlights what it can mean for landmarks to cultivate a different type of engagement that attracts residents and visitors in distinct ways. Improved Features and […]
Floralis Generica Becomes a Modern Icon of Buenos Aires
Made of steel and aluminum, the humongous Floralis Genérica landmark dominates United Nations Plaza in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Created to be a tribute to all flowers, it has become a modern and distinct icon for the city that has enabled a new type of engagement with both residents and visitors. A Gift to Buenos Aires […]
Caragealiana Allows Audiences to Experience the Culture and Legacy of Romania
Known as “Caruta cu paiate” or Caragealiana, a 16-piece sculpture resides outside of the Bucharest National Theater in Romania. Loosely translated as the “Harlequin Cart,” the piece is equal parts legacy and experience, allowing audiences to understand and engage with multiple elements that define the culture and history of the region and nation. Representing the […]
The Alphabet of Gulhane Allows Audiences to Experience the History of Turkey
Gülhane Park in Istanbul, Türkiye, is home to numerous monuments, but the installation of Gülhane’s Alphabet has created a distinct landmark within it to newly connect with residents and visitors. Celebrating the history and culture of the nation in a way that enables audiences to experience each, Gülhane’s Alphabet highlights what it can look like […]
The John Bailey Statue Enables a Vision of a Colorado Community
John Bailey was the Mayor of a small town in Colorado during a time when the region was dealing with major upheavals. His dedication to ensuring the community would survive and thrive amidst these changes compelled the creation of the John Bailey Statute that connections audiences to the past and future of the entire region. […]