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Works tagged as "Functional"

  • Outflow

    This inverted replica of Mount PeeChee, a mountain peak located north of Canmore along the Bow River, is the inspiration for this sculpture which merges form and function.
    Functional

  • Things that both a relative you haven't seen in a long time and the river could say

    In summer, this normally dry stream flows with water and these large stones provide a pathway across. Engraved on five of these stones are phrases in Inuvialuktun and English that are personal to the artist.
    Functional

  • Late Lunch

    Enjoy the view of the river in these colourful and playful seats in the shape of large wheelbarrows.
    FunctionalBenches

  • Conversations

    While you wait for the bus, take a seat on these vibrant and playful sofas that symbolize the community's hospitality.
    FunctionalBenches

  • One Eighty

    This functional sculpture serves as a bike rack near the busy Chinook LRT station and speaks to movement and making different choices for a better future.
    Functional

  • Wildlands Gate

    Functional

  • Meander

    Meander' is a living wall designed to help with the Elbow River bank stabilization and provides habitat for nesting birds, insects, and vegetation.
    Functional

  • One Puck Hollow

    One Puck Hollow turns the dimensions of the face-off circle into an outline of a mini amphitheater, highlighting both the intense focus of the athlete and the spirit of the spectator.
    Functional

  • Bridging Whirlds

    Take a seat and ponder the connection between nature and humankind on this bench of a reclaimed steel truss from the Original Victoria Bridge in Saskatoon.
    Functional

  • Memory Walk

    The new concrete pad and benches created by local artisans helped to create a space for people to gather and learn more about the history of their community.
    Functional

  • Pagoglyphs (Marks on Ice)

    These glass windows create a visual effect of skate marks on ice.
    Functional

  • Pollinator Park

    Functional

  • Armillary Sundial

    Look at the centre of this sculpture: do you see the Earth? Known as an armillary sphere or armillary sundial, this work is a model of the celestial globe, centred on the Earth.
    Functional

  • Ripple

    Inspired by a River Blessing and generated in consultation with the local Inglewood community and representatives from the Blackfoot and Cree Nations, this walking circle is designed to be a meaningful vantage point from which to consider the river.
    Functional

  • Sun Chairs

    Relax and take in your surroundings, the chirping of birds, the bubbling of the river, the rustle of leaves, the warmth of the sun, when you layback in one of the lounge chairs.
    Functional

  • Luminous Crossings

    This interactive public art installation consists of 20 components: two large-scale vertical sculptures, plus three hanging works, on four stations located at either end of the Seventh Avenue LRT line.
    Functional

  • From the Clouds to the Water

    A collection of forged and wrought iron railing panels and benches make up this multi-piece public art installation.
    FunctionalBenches

  • Moonstone Creation Tipi

    Functional

  • Seed Pod

    "Seed Pod" features a stylized bronze sculpture of a prairie wild flower seed head. The surrounding pod serves as a shelter to the seed and a gathering place where people can meet, sit in contemplation and relax.
    Functional

  • Inglewood Community Association Sign

    Functional

Last updated: January 29th, 2025

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