The Allegory Whakaturanga Toi by FunDesign.tv - Tomoko Nagao is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award Hiriwa in Hoahoa Toi me te Whakaaturanga Toi Competition Category.
HiriwaToi· 2024
The Allegory Whakaturanga Toi
by FunDesign.tv - Tomoko Nagao
Client: FunDesign.tv
A' Design Award Hiriwa Winner in Toi Category
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About The Allegory Whakaturanga Toi
He whakaturanga toi tūmatanui pūmau a The Allegory, kua whakanōhia ki te papa whakawaenga o tētahi papa hākinakina i Taipei. E ahu mai ana te hoahoa i ngā peita tuanui Baroque me Rococo, ka honoa ki ngā tohu o ngā papa tākaro poiūkohiti, ngā taonga hokohoko me ngā mea whakangahau. Ko te rahi o te titonga he 11.4 mita te roa, he 11.4 mita te whānui, ā, kei roto ngā papa rino maka e 37, ngā āhua anahera 10 me ngā pereti āhua-puāwai e 50. Ka whakairotia ngā tauira rākau mā te mīhini, ka maka ki te konganuku mā te maka onepū, kātahi ka whakakīia ā-ringa ki te epoxy resin tae. Kua whakanōhia kia rite tonu ki te papa, ā, mā ngā ahunga e whā o te mahi toi e ārahi te tangata puta noa i te papa whakawaenga.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award Hiriwa
Ko The Allegory Whakaturanga Toi te toa o te A' Design Award Hiriwa, he whakaaetanga tino whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa taumata teitei rawa, ātaahua me te whakamīharo. Ko ngā toa Hiriwa he mahi tino kanapa, tino auaha e whakaatu ana i te mātanga, te pūmanawa me te mōhio hōhonu o ā rātou kaihoahoa. E tūmanakohia ana ko The Allegory Whakaturanga Toi he mahi whakamīharo, he tauira, he tino ngaio, he auaha hōhonu. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Hiriwa he hanganga rongonui, whakamīharotia e whai wāhi ana ki te whakawhānui i ngā rohe o te toi, te pūtaiao, te hoahoa me te hangarau. Ko The Allegory Whakaturanga Toi he mahi e hae ana te tini, e whakaara ana i ngā hiahia, e kawe mai ana i ngā kare-ā-roto pai, ā, e whakaoho ana i te mīharo.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- "The Allegory" of the Taipei Big Dome unfolds across multiple layers, drawing inspiration from the iconic ceiling fresco by Italian artist Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, whose Baroque legacy transcended into the early 17th century. Visually, the classic Rococo is intricately woven into the canvas. The fusion of Rococo aesthetics with symbols such as baseball stadiums, consumer goods, and entertainment forms a rich tapestry of diverse beliefs.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- The composition comprises 37 panels forming the main dome fresco, 10 standalone angel figures, and 50 smaller flower-shaped cast iron plates. The dimensions measure 11.4 meters by 11.4 meters, occupying a total area of 129.96 square meters. The artwork is seamlessly embedded, flush with the existing floor, creating a harmonious integration with the surroundings.
- Tags
- tomoko, arte, Japan, Milano, fundesign, Taipei, Dome, Taiwan
- Production Technology
- The artwork is composed of a set of panels, each initially carved into a wooden mold through mechanical processes. Subsequently, the sand-casting technique is employed to create a molded metal version through metal pouring. After applying a rust-resistant primer, skilled artisans then meticulously hand-fill the concave surfaces of the panels with colored epoxy resin, resulting in exquisite, vibrant, and durable covers. To prevent rapid hardening of the epoxy resin pigments, only one color can be applied at a time during the process, and a dust-free environment must be maintained throughout.
- Design Challenge
- In the beginning, they explored the sports park's historical context, uncovering insights from archives. The sports park's origins date back to Taiwan's Japanese era when it functioned as a tobacco factory. The installation's site was previously a sports field for factory workers, featuring a baseball field. This historical background enriched the artwork with numerous baseball symbols, aligning with the park's current role of hosting world-class baseball games. Situated in a popular plaza, the installation's four directions are intentionally oriented, acting as functional guides for individuals moving toward their destinations.
- Research
- Manholes, originating in Japan in the 1950s as standard features weighing approximately 80 pounds, have evolved beyond their utilitarian roots. Since the 1980s, a creative transformation has taken place, with many covers featuring artistic designs that depict the unique scenery and native flora of each town. Recognizing the potential to turn this functional element into a form of urban art, we leverage the durability and visual appeal of these covers. Our innovative approach involves crafting them into captivating landscape art installations, seamlessly integrating them into the bustling squares where people predominantly traverse. This enhances the aesthetic appeal of public spaces and showcases the fusion of utility and artistry in urban design.
- Inspiration
- As the central plaza within the commercial architectural ensemble of Taipei Big Dome Sports Park, this public art installation not only bears the responsibility of artistic expression but also embodies the functional aspect of guiding people in their directions. The artist's uniquely flattened painting style is seamlessly integrated into the molded cast iron flooring of the plaza, with detailed coloring applied using epoxy resin, laid across the walkways.
- Project Duration
- The artwork successfully passed inspection on February 6, 2024, and is set to be publicly displayed this summer. As a permanent public art piece, it will stand as an iconic landmark coexisting with the Taipei Big Dome Sports Park, symbolizing a harmonious integration within the surroundings.
- Operation Flow
- The artwork employs a diverse palette, standing out in the predominantly gray-toned ambiance of the sports park. Amidst the overall grayscale setting, it swiftly captures attention with its vivid colors. The various baseball-themed details within the artwork actively resonate with the park's primary function of hosting baseball games. Stepping into the piece, individuals not only experience a visual spectacle of artistic style but also gain a deeper understanding of this public art as an interpretive element within the sports park.
- Team Members
- Artist: Tomoko Nagao
Designer: FunDesign.tv
Carrie Chang
SK Chen
Clara Kao - Image Credits
- FunDesign.tv
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