In the shadow of a recently built hospital complex , Lightemotion wanted to approach the project from an angle 180-degrees removed from what a traditional park experience calls for . In assessing the contents of the newlydesigned Square , the firm devised a masterplan to create a sensory experience for its future users .
“ The user experience is at the heart of everything we do , and we take great pride in thinking outside of the box and its perceived perimeters ,” says Roupinian . “ We are a multifaceted design firm , and our core focus is on the delivery of sensory experiences .”
In addition to the preserved historic monument paying tribute to Jean-Olivier Chénier , and the concrete arches of Daudelin ’ s work , Lightemotion had two beautiful
new fountains to work . In assessing all of its various elements , they formed a view of Square Viger as a metaphorical stage of stages , with tiers of actors including the art , the monument , the fountains , and the surrounding landscape of trees and vegetation . Determined to steer clear of a solution comprising a flat field of light , the firm embarked on the design of a moody environment to bring Square Viger ’ s actors to life .
A vibrant scenography The illumination of Lightemotion ’ s stage began with a focus on Daudelin ’ s art , creating individual lighting for each concrete slab . In the context of art gallery lighting , the firm infused it with movement to create a sense of strolling through a meandering canyon . At night , the resulting lighting scheme brings it all to life , injecting breath into otherwise inanimate objects .
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“ Daudelin ’ s installations are the breathing lungs of the Square , defined by the fading in and slowly fading out of light ,” describes Roupinian . “ If you take the time to sit and enjoy the space for 30 minutes , the lighting evolves significantly over that period of time .”
Reflections of life While Square Viger ’ s two new fountains were illuminated by the builders , Lightemotion added a euphoric blue light presentation that metaphorically represents the water they contain .
“ When the fountains are inactive , the waters calm to a mirror-like surface ,” says Roupinian . “ The blue light adds a very delicate background to that mirrored surface and actually captures and frames reflections of Daudelin ’ s work .”
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