Lucy McDonald

The first artist that I chose to research was Christopher Bribach. Bribach is a bio-mimitec architect who is heavily involved with the Slow movement. His work ranges from installation-based pieces to designs for larger scale projects and buildings. His work mainly falls into the Evolve category of the slow design principles as he uses natural, plant-based materials that are able to continue changing and growing after the piece has been constructed.  His recent work is also participatory as it allows community members to create unique architectural plantings that will evolve over time.

I was interested in Bribach’s work when I saw that he had experience in architecture. I have a few friends that study architecture and his designs made me curious about how they would view his ideas. I thought some of his projects were very interesting because of his interest in architecture as a more conceptual rather than aesthetic or functional mode for conveying ideas about how people and the environment interact with buildings.

The second artist that I looked at was Anna Hillman. Hillman’s work falls into the reveal and engage categories of the slow design principles. Her projects focus on a relationship between a viewer and their environment. Her ideology is one that encourages viewers of her pieces to explore and engage with their surroundings.

I was interested in her work, and specifically this ^ project in London, because it reminded of me of similar handwritten messages that I’ve seen around Chicago. I really like that her projects call attention to the most ordinary details of the environment that no one would notice if they were just passing by.