TENSEGRITY by Jan Flook Lighting
A Thought-Provoking Installation at 485 La Trobe Street
Suspended weightlessly in the atrium void of a tower block at 485 La Trobe Street, Melbourne, Tensegrity Melbourne by Jan Flook Lighting is a striking exploration of nature’s forces and the illusion of weightlessness. This installation redefines lighting design, offering a visual paradox where light appears to float without visible support.
An Innovative Feat of Engineering
Spanning 15 metres in length and weighing only 245 kilograms, Tensegrity employs a lightweight truss mechanism that allows it to be easily lowered for maintenance and cleaning. This design ensures both functionality and accessibility without compromising the dramatic effect of the installation. Only when the structure is lowered does its true scale become apparent, with its impressive 2-metre-long, 80mm diameter light rods commanding attention.
Advanced Light Rod Technology
Each light rod in the installation is a marvel of engineering. Featuring an aluminum core wrapped with LED tape, the rods deliver enhanced light output while maintaining a clean, shadow-free surface. This meticulous design ensures uniform illumination, adding to the ethereal quality of the piece. With an energy-efficient consumption of just 24 watts per rod, Tensegrity demonstrates that large-scale installations can be both visually impactful and environmentally conscious.
A Symbol of Balance and Beauty
Beyond its technical achievements, Tensegrity serves as a metaphor for balance and interconnectedness. The floating arrangement of light rods creates a sense of harmony, inviting viewers to reflect on the unseen forces that support and sustain it. The installation’s interplay of form, light, and space transforms the atrium into a contemplative, almost otherworldly environment.
Tensegrity Melbourne: Transforming the Atrium Experience
With its combination of artistic innovation and engineering prowess, Tensegrity Melbourne elevates the lighting well into a space of wonder and intrigue. It exemplifies how thoughtful design can merge functionality with profound visual storytelling, leaving a lasting impression on all who encounter it.