First Design Idea Model

The Converging Image

I wanted to create something that would clearly address the issues discussed on what purposes the pathway/edge/boundary installation will have. Tommy talked a lot about creating a "visual speed-bump" since many people like to drive fast from one entrance/exit to the other which can be dangerous. The sign outside of the Greensboro Natural Science Center became my inspiration. It is a converging image very much like my own, however it cannot slow people down much as it is on a busy road where the speed limit is above 35. When the Column faces are oriented toward the two entrances/exits drivers coming upon the columns will want to slow down so that they can align the columns to see the image.  This will create something which is interactive, progressive (progression of spaces closing to form an image) as well as being a visual speed bump. People walking around the lot may want to walk around and in between the columns (and touch them if the columns are to have texture) adding another level of interactivity. The repetition in size and shape as well as the overlapping mechanic will address the issue of speeding and safety as well as providing something visually interesting for the parking-lot.