Sky mirror powered by rainwater
The introduction of public gardens in the 19th century marked the introduction of domesticated nature into the heart of the city. Now an integral part of the urban landscape, they were conceived as functionalist, vegetated enclaves. Conversely, urban breaks can accompany the mobility of city dwellers, thanks to self-contained, movable devices.
Topique-ciel is a local micro-network for the use of rainwater in city breaks. It consists of a rainwater collector, a pipe and a reflector element. The latter reflects the sky thanks to the rainwater. Its hydrophobic surface creates cut-outs of the sky for contemplation.
Dimensions: 7 x 1.30 x 2.70 m.
Materials: lacquered steel, coated textile, marine plywood, and rubber.
Design team: Isabelle Daëron, Claire Aubadie-Ladrix (intern). Production: Ezeka, Entreprise Bourgoin.
Production: Lille design.
Lille design prize.