Interactive Light Installation

‘Lightrails’ is a light sculpture with the intention to re-define and re-interpret the exhibition room. An easy but effective mapping technique was used to create seamless projections on both sides of the object. Light-beams were triggered by the visitors and ran through the room, following the surface created by the sculpture. Each ‘reflection’ of the light-beam was accompanied by sound. The speed and brightness of the beam was directly influenced by the force the visitors used when triggering the beam stepping on pedals on the floor. This also influenced the volume of the sound-effects. The audio signal was played back on a surround sound system that allowed a spatial positioning of the sounds and created a truly immersive experience.

Lightrails from Strukt Studio on Vimeo.

Interactive Building Design

Red Bull HQ London: Whoohoooo!!!

Whooohoooo!!! That’s the sound of someone blazing down this new slick carbon slide in the Red Bull office in London right before a meeting! Jump-Studios has created a dynamic interactive space pumped full of adrenaline in this 3 floor escapade for employees of Red Bull filled with stimulating features and activities for everyone to experience! Any tie wearing client is bound to transform into a cool craving stunt junkie after a quick plunge here.

I’m not sure when the last time I was pumped to go to an office, but I’d think a fun environment like this filled with a few cases of Red Bull would do the trick! From ping pong table meeting rooms, to floating staircases, a slick slide, to a modern bar and cafe, and a comfy lounge area… I’d wonder if the balcony had a bungee jump bridge for adrenaline breaks.

For more info on the Red Bull HQ and other sweet projects, hit up Jump-Studios website. More sweet pics after the jump…

Reception desk!

View from the top floor entrance.

Overlooking the sweet staircase and slick slide!

Architectural Projection on Building

ACDC Vs Iron Man 2 - Architectural Projection Mapping on Rochester Castle from seeper on Vimeo.

Namba Parks, Osaka, Japan

Trestles Beach footbridge by Dan Brill Architects

Dan Brill Architects of the UK are among 12 international practices shortlisted to design a pedestrian footbridge for Trestles Beach, a surf spot in southern California.

The Safe Trestles design competition, organised by Architecture for Humanity, sought designs that give provide surfers access to the beach from the road on the bluff above, carrying them safely across a railway line while protecting the fragile dunes.

The competition winner will be announced on Friday 7 May. See the shortlist and vote for your favourite here.

Here’s some info from Dan Brill Architects:

DAN BRILL ARCHITECTS SHORTLISTED AS ONLY UK PRACTICE IN INTERNATIONAL DESIGN COMPETITION

Winchester-based Dan Brill Architects are the only UK practice to have been shortlisted as one of 12 semi-finalists for the design of a pedestrian footbridge in southern California.

Hosted by Architecture for Humanity, the Safe Trestles international design competition received over 100 entries for the design of a safe and low-impact access route to Trestles Beach, home to one of North America’s most prized surfing spots and the 6.0 Lowers Pro surf event. Every year more than 100,000 people follow informal trails through marshlands and over active train tracks to access the beach, presenting a safety hazard with passing trains and a threat to the marine habitat that is home to a number of endangered animal species and important flora.

In delivering a safe and ADA compliant route between the existing parking lot and beach, Dan Brill Architect’s proposal provides an inspirational and captivating design solution that preserves and enhances the co-existence of a delicate coastal ecology and a recreational surf spot.

Made of welded weathering steel plate, the structure is capable of spanning large distances, thereby requiring minimal foundations within the wetlands and safely clearing prevailing railway easements. The weathered steel plate also provides a resilient and robust finish requiring minimal maintenance in the sea air. In contrast with the steel plate, weathered timber decking provides a warm & tactile surface underfoot.

The proposal provides a new entrance to Trestles Beach from the existing parking lot, and incorporates elements of currently lacking infrastructure: toilets, showers, seating, drinking fountains, recycling bins, and a kiosk or information point.

The bridge varies between 3.5 to 7 metres in width, and incorporates two widened seating areas along its length, positioned to take in dramatic vistas across the wetlands and along the coastline. Educational signage is also incorporated, raising public awareness of the habitat and its endangered species.

The route terminates at Trestles Beach, and incorporates a plinth of informal spectator seating with toilet facilities and bicycle parking below. A lifeguard tower has also been incorporated into the design.

Design Analysis

The existing site currently has no direct access or connection to the riverfront. Therefore, by proposing a boardwalk there is potential for user to connect to the river and also experience the natural beauty of the site.


Existing historical sheds currently has no real purpose or use to users passing by. The shed has the potential to be utilised as a restaurant, cafe, museum etc. The existing sheds can be opened up to the river and have better access throughout the site.


The existing cliff is a very important asset to the site where the proposal can be design to enhance the natural environment. The design can integrate into the natural cliff face and also provide a contrast between the new and old.

Thermal Baths, San Pellegrino

earlier this year, dominique perrault architecture was selected as the winner of the international competition to design the thermal baths of san pellegrino in italy. their plan presented a city plan which created a new quarter in the town. in this new quarter they proposed a main building which would add to the cities other main structures, the grad hotel and the casino. the architects used the landscape and geography as a key reference point for the designing of new structures. buildings are made to look like stone blocks, as if they have fallen from the nearby mountains. all the windows on these stone-like buildings are coloured to let in a mild glow for the thermal baths and other spa areas. the interior emphasizes serenity, contrasting to the jagged exterior. the project is slated for completion in 2010.

Thermal Baths, San Pellegrino, Italy

Earlier this year, Dominique Perrault architecture was selected as the winner of the International Competition to design the thermal baths of San Pellegrino in Italy. Their plan presented a city plan which created a new quarter in the town. in this new quarter they proposed a main building which would add to the cities other main structures, the grad hotel and the casino. The architects used the landscape and geography as a key reference point for the designing of new structures. Buildings are made to look like stone blocks, as if they have fallen from the nearby mountains. All the windows on these stone-like buildings are coloured to let in a mild glow for the thermal baths and other spa areas. The interior emphasizes serenity, contrasting to the jagged exterior. The project is slated for completion in 2010.