Seldom Seen



Threshold Studio

05.17.21


A set of ambiguous landscape elements dispersed throughout a minimally terraformed meadow, planted over a contaminated brownsite on the Courtenay River, situated on the east shore of Vancouver Island. The metal structures do not actively facilitate human interaction, but their intrigue attracts those willing to traverse through the thick brush. Minimal human interaction allows the early meadow plantings to grow and heal the site.


Plans and models are left intentionally ambiguous, allowing the site and landscape elements to exist in mystery. I n modern times, the accessibility of mapping softwares has eroded our navigational memory. Those curious enough to visit the site are challenged to reconnect to innate wayfinding skills.

Process


Metal elements were cut out of steel sheet metal and rods, rusted using a mix of hydrogen peroxide, vinegar and salt, and soldered together where necessary.

Bases were made of thin sheets of plywood, covered in plaster and spray painted white.

Materials


Steel
Plywood
Rusting Solution
Spray Paint
Plaster

Collaboration with Avin Alimohammadi, Chris Nurse and Kristina Kozlitina
 
Mark