LIGHT INSTALLATION "GREENHOUSE"
The second international light installation festival Beepositive in Pilaite, Vilnius, Lithuania (2012).
Theme - recycling, ecology. The idea is to represent nowadays "greenhouses", look inside what we are producing and using.
WITH Jurga Marcinauskaitė, Gintaras Mikalauskas
The second international light installation festival Beepositive in Pilaite, Vilnius, Lithuania (2012).
Theme - recycling, ecology. The idea is to represent nowadays "greenhouses", look inside what we are producing and using.
WITH Jurga Marcinauskaitė, Gintaras Mikalauskas
SUMMER OFFICE PLATFORM
"THE CLOUD"
This is a temporary office platform in Vilnius, on the river Neris. Pavilion can be placed in another space, but it needs to be next to the water. On the outside facade of this pavilion there are plenty of small water tubes. Water comes from the river through those tubes and pavilion can become a huge fountain or as we call it - a cloud.
WITH a01 architects
"THE CLOUD"
This is a temporary office platform in Vilnius, on the river Neris. Pavilion can be placed in another space, but it needs to be next to the water. On the outside facade of this pavilion there are plenty of small water tubes. Water comes from the river through those tubes and pavilion can become a huge fountain or as we call it - a cloud.
WITH a01 architects
OFFICE HALL INTERIOR CONCEPT
The aim is to create a representative hall area for an office in Vilnius which is functional for working enthusiastic people and attractive for office guests. The idea - five "rooms" for employees, visible in the light tunnel above the main hall area. The "rooms" have 5 functions: games/colours/sleep/music/silence. Hexagon shaped spaces go through 5 building levels and are designed for one or few people. The same shape continues to the first level where it grows to functional guest zone: reception/coffee zone/ interactive information wall. The space is light and vivid for open and creative people.
WITH a01 architects
CULTURAL LINK
The first common need to survive was The Motion, which connected the entire world, from the native land Africa, to Asia and Europe. My research has been concerned with a question of how important is physical and psychological connection between a place and an object? How the object (or piece of architecture) can appear in different places? How that can impact people?
“There is no movement without a moving body, no movement without an objective landmark and no absolute movement” [1] states French philosopher Maurice Merleau-Ponty. As in the first floating building “The Noah’s Ark”, the moving body (the vessel with people and animals) was important to maintain culture and spread it around the earth, in my research The Motion is essential to maintain “a moving body” for the connection between different cultures. The Ark is the great inspiration for my work, as I am looking into the possibility to bring the “message” to the various cities, countries and continents, which is based on educational, cultural background. By questioning the place changing impact for the humans, I endeavour to create a communication link, which as a result could be a cultural exchange centre, expressed by the motion and mobility.
Whereas one of the earliest ways for communication and exchange (especially in long distances) was through the water, river connections were the primal elements in my research studies. The flow of the river directly defines the feeling of motion and linkage between some territories, which in my project appears as particular cities and areas between Northern and Southern parts of the river Thames in the South East of England. As there are no actual connections between both banks in the section I have studied, my concern is to introduce the possibility of sharing cultural heritage among these communities. I mean to do this by creating the floating library as a cultural centre and as an object to transport people from one side to another, which I see as a reference to a “bridge”, as connecting element.
The first common need to survive was The Motion, which connected the entire world, from the native land Africa, to Asia and Europe. My research has been concerned with a question of how important is physical and psychological connection between a place and an object? How the object (or piece of architecture) can appear in different places? How that can impact people?
“There is no movement without a moving body, no movement without an objective landmark and no absolute movement” [1] states French philosopher Maurice Merleau-Ponty. As in the first floating building “The Noah’s Ark”, the moving body (the vessel with people and animals) was important to maintain culture and spread it around the earth, in my research The Motion is essential to maintain “a moving body” for the connection between different cultures. The Ark is the great inspiration for my work, as I am looking into the possibility to bring the “message” to the various cities, countries and continents, which is based on educational, cultural background. By questioning the place changing impact for the humans, I endeavour to create a communication link, which as a result could be a cultural exchange centre, expressed by the motion and mobility.
Whereas one of the earliest ways for communication and exchange (especially in long distances) was through the water, river connections were the primal elements in my research studies. The flow of the river directly defines the feeling of motion and linkage between some territories, which in my project appears as particular cities and areas between Northern and Southern parts of the river Thames in the South East of England. As there are no actual connections between both banks in the section I have studied, my concern is to introduce the possibility of sharing cultural heritage among these communities. I mean to do this by creating the floating library as a cultural centre and as an object to transport people from one side to another, which I see as a reference to a “bridge”, as connecting element.
The chosen area for my research comprises of six cities in Essex and Kent (three in each county), which contain no direct communication links between each other along the distance of 40 km, from the existing Queen Elisabeth II Bridge to the North Sea. As the town of Tilbury has one of the major ports in Britain, there operates a small pedestrian ferry crossing to Gravesend on the south bank. I found that this is the only existing communication link in whole area towards the sea. For my created communication link, which could connect different communities on the banks I have chose the frame of the old fishing boat.
The idea of the cultural link juxtaposes the psychological relation between human body in motion and its place in reality, as the floating object can appear in different places. The perception of the spatial view increases to a maximum, as the floating object moves through the space by encompassing new territories. Experiencing the variety of unexplored space combined with the motion creates unpredictability (page xiii). By analysing the presence of the mobile structure, I am concerned with the issue of how important a place is for an object and how important an object is for a place.
In my practice, the outer space of the floating structure is based on the particular lump of zebra mussels, found in a random place in the water. The picture of the lump was the background for the linear drawing, which was drawn on the top of the image. The obtained drawing became a 2D plan, divided into several parts. Asymmetrical shape was simplified by using the mirror view to get a symmetrical image for the creation of architectural structure, thus the precise linear plan was raised into a 3D model. Therefore, the structure, which develops from outer space of the floating building, arose from the natural source of the research area. The shaped structure and the frame of the old fishing vessel merged as one body, where the old cultural heritage with its own history faced a new guise.
The inner space, which I am creating within the deck area, becomes the centre of the cultural exchange point. The idea is that a mobile object can change its appearance and in that way gain new experience from various people, I am therefore creating a floating library as a direct point for exchanging the stories, memories, historical-cultural heritage and so on. The main area of library’s space is as a book storage where part of it can transform into a small exposition area. The plan becomes transformable according to the intended function, it can be changed depending on the library’s program or cultural event. For example, it could be an exhibition of findings from particular locality or poetry evening of local writers. Selected vessel 15.5m Multi Mac has the original crane on the deck and bitt bollard, which I reserve in the inner space as the part of cultural exchange. Such things and objects maintain a cultural spirit of most areas along the riverbanks and it will become a valuable part of the created interior space.
MODEL
THE BOOK. CULTURAL LINK
by Julija Lileikaite
SITE RESEARCH IMAGES
available on Flickr
BRITISH LAND AND CHELSEA COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN
‘THE BENCHES ON WHEELS’
For this project we are interested in the flow of the habitual materials of the past into a modern time used in architecture. We are juxtaposing three forms and three different materials representing the transition through this time change. Our choice was to employ concrete, bricks and steel - the traditional architectural material commonly used in masonry construction. We proposed three benches on wheels that are movable. The benches are shaped to some kind of panels or walls, what metaphorically brings the idea of some protection.
In this project, we are suggesting a focal point; a seating area offering passers-by the opportunity to pause and engage with the art installation, also serving a practical function they have lowered or raised position and they are movable. The work interacts with the public and also shifts the sense of fellowship. This spatial sculpture metaphorically transforms the idea of domesticity into the public. The concept of the work reflects contemporary design and architecture, but furthermore awareness of the intrinsically human-scaled design of the objects with which we are surrounded. It exploits the severing of this connection by removal of the object's function, presenting it in a different context.
The contemporary time is very unstable; it changes from one element to the other. The traditional materials used in architecture are changing their conventional way of operations. For this reason, we would like to expose concrete, bricks, and steel as components in such of modern architectural surrounding as Euston area. It would be in one way reversed and less practical, however would become far more exciting and interactive. We have also considered the transitional potential of the materials. For example, the shiny surface of a steel bench, exposed to weathering elements, could become dull and rusty, loosing its sparkle. We decided to ‘preserve this moment’ and for that reason we have chosen to use galvanized steel which will protect the surface from getting rusted and damaged. Taking of another element of transformation, we decided to select the concrete as the second sample, providing stability and time conservation. There is, for many, a natural intrigue in guessing the time; when a certain object was made or for how long has been. This comes as a welcome change in such a time of often predictable and generic modern building and architecture. Bricks are able to tell the time on their surface carrying memories through a lifetime, and with the passing of time the changing of shape.
JULIJA LILEIKAITE and LUDMILA BEBJAKOVA
‘THE BENCHES ON WHEELS’
For this project we are interested in the flow of the habitual materials of the past into a modern time used in architecture. We are juxtaposing three forms and three different materials representing the transition through this time change. Our choice was to employ concrete, bricks and steel - the traditional architectural material commonly used in masonry construction. We proposed three benches on wheels that are movable. The benches are shaped to some kind of panels or walls, what metaphorically brings the idea of some protection.
In this project, we are suggesting a focal point; a seating area offering passers-by the opportunity to pause and engage with the art installation, also serving a practical function they have lowered or raised position and they are movable. The work interacts with the public and also shifts the sense of fellowship. This spatial sculpture metaphorically transforms the idea of domesticity into the public. The concept of the work reflects contemporary design and architecture, but furthermore awareness of the intrinsically human-scaled design of the objects with which we are surrounded. It exploits the severing of this connection by removal of the object's function, presenting it in a different context.
The contemporary time is very unstable; it changes from one element to the other. The traditional materials used in architecture are changing their conventional way of operations. For this reason, we would like to expose concrete, bricks, and steel as components in such of modern architectural surrounding as Euston area. It would be in one way reversed and less practical, however would become far more exciting and interactive. We have also considered the transitional potential of the materials. For example, the shiny surface of a steel bench, exposed to weathering elements, could become dull and rusty, loosing its sparkle. We decided to ‘preserve this moment’ and for that reason we have chosen to use galvanized steel which will protect the surface from getting rusted and damaged. Taking of another element of transformation, we decided to select the concrete as the second sample, providing stability and time conservation. There is, for many, a natural intrigue in guessing the time; when a certain object was made or for how long has been. This comes as a welcome change in such a time of often predictable and generic modern building and architecture. Bricks are able to tell the time on their surface carrying memories through a lifetime, and with the passing of time the changing of shape.
JULIJA LILEIKAITE and LUDMILA BEBJAKOVA
MODELS
EXPO SHANGHAI 2010. LITHUANIAN PAVILION
THE IDEA OF THIS PROJECT IS TO REVEAL THE SYNTHESIS BETWEEN CITY AND NATURE, THE RELATION BETWEEN CULTURE AND CITY AND TO SHOW IT ALL IN ABSTRACT FORMS. A CONNECTION IS ONE OF THE MAIN FACTOR OF DEVELOPMENT, WHICH STIMULATES COMMUNICATION AND A FASTER EXCHANGE OF INFORMATION. PAVILION IS BASED ON THE CONCEPT OF TIES BETWEEN THE EARTH, HUMAN AND HUMAN RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN EACH OTHER. THESE TIES DEVELOP TO SETTLEMENTS THAT HAVE CONTACT WITH EACH OTHER IN A CONTEXT OF NATURE.
LITHUANIAN CITIES AND NATURE HAVE FAVORABLE INTERACTION. THIS IS ONE OF THE MAIN FACTORS LEADING TO THE BETTER LIFE IN THE CITY. THE OTHER IMPORTANT ELEMENT IS A GOOD CONNECTION AND DECENT ACCESS (SUCH AS PHONE COMMUNICATION, INTERNET CONNECTION, CONVENIENT ROAD NETWORK), AS WELL AS EMOTIONAL CONNECTION (HUMAN RELATIONSHIP WITH ENVIRONMENT AND HUMAN RELATIONSHIP WITH THE HUMAN).
ACCORDING TO THESE FACTORS WE HAVE CREATED "COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK" OF OUR PAVILION.
WE HAVE REVEALED THE LINKS THROUGH EMOTION AND SHAPE. THE EMOTIONAL BINDS ARE STRESSED BETWEEN "FIELD OF RYE" AND "HOUSES" (NATURE + CITY). WE CREATE THE LINK BETWEEN HUMAN AND SOUNDS, IMAGES AND COLOR SCENES WHICH ARE PROJECTED INSIDE THE HOUSE.
A PERSONAL EMOTIONAL CONTACT IS CREATED BETWEEN HUMAN AND SCENES SHOWED IN THE EYE HOLES. THE PHYSICAL LINKS ARE THE LINKS BETWEEN THE HOUSES (CITIES) AND THE PATH (ROAD) ON WHICH PEOPLE CAN WALK THOUGH THE PAVILION AND REACH ALL THE HOUSES.
MODEL
ERASMUS DORMITORY INTERIOR PROJECT
LOCATION - VILNIUS ACADEMY OF ARTS DORMITORY DESIGNED SPACES: HALL (23,2m2), COMMON COOKING PLACE (74m2), LOUNGE SPACE(74m2), 3 ROOMS WITH BALCONIES (60m2) INTERIOR CONCEPT - SPACE WHICH ACTUATE COMMUNICATION, EXPRESSED BY SOME MODULAR SYSTEM INSPIRATION - THE TENT - SYMBOLIZING A TEMPORARY DWELLING-PLACE. IN MODULAR FORMS IS 'HIDDEN' LIGHTNING, VENTILATION SYSTEM AND DIFFERENT TECHNIQUES. THE FURNITURE CAN BE TRANSFORMABLE
MODEL
RESTAURANT INTERIOR PROJECT
LOCATION: COMMERCE COMPLEX "VILNIAUS VARTAI" DESIGNED SPACES: EATING AREA 114 m2, BAR AREA 21 m2, ENTRANCE AREA 20m2, WC 22m2, KITCHEN 30m2, UTILITY AREA 24m2, LOUNGE AREA 110m2 INTERIOR CONCEPT: THE REACH IS TO AFFECT CLIENTS INSIDE SENSES AND EMOTIONS. BRIGHT COLOURS CONVEY BY LIGHT AND SO COMPOSING DRAMATIC AND MYSTIC ILLUSION
COFFEE SHOP INTERIOR PROJECT
LOCATION:"ŠVENTAS STEPONAS" PASSAGE, VILNIUS AREA - 37,1m2 DESTINATION: SHOP FOR THE BEST QUALITY COFFEE SHOP CONCEPT: CONSERVE AUTHENTIC SPACE AND CONNECT IT WITH NATURAL MATERIALS - CONCRETE AND GLASS. NOT TO USE COMMON COLOUR PALLETS AND DIRECT ASSOCIATIONS OF COFFEE
MODEL
INDIVIDUAL HOUSE PROJECT
LOCATION: VILNIUS CITY TOTAL AREA: 900m2 , LIVING AREA - 290m2. HOUSE DESIGNED FOR 4 PERSONS FAMILY HOUSE CONCEPT: COALESCENCE OF TWO VOLUMES, CONNECTION BETWEEN INSIDE SPACES AND NATURE, INTEGRITY OF MATERIALS AND ENVIRONMENT
INDIVIDUAL HOUSE INTERIOR PROJECT
INTERIOR CONCEPT - CONTRAST. CONTRAST IS CREATED USING WHITE AND BLACK FURNITURE, WALL COLOURS, FLOOR COVERINGS, TEXTILES AND ACCESSORIES. INTRODUCED FEW BRIGHT ACCENTS WHICH GIVES MORE PLAYFUL TO THIS INTERIOR . IN THE LIVING-ROOM THERE IS THE MAIN AND BRIGHTEST HOUSE ACCENT - SUSPENDED FIREPLACE
OFFICE INTERIOR
LOCATION: VILNIUS CITY AREA: 100m2 OFFICE CONCEPT: MODERN - BRIGHT - SNUG - REPRESENTATIVE SPACE FOR WORK AND IMPORTANT PERSON ADMISSION
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WORKSHOP. "BECAUSE MY DADDY CAN'T PAY"
THEME - STUDENTS FEES&CUTS
EXPO SHANGHAI 2010, PROJECT 2
HRONAS CONTEST - YOUR IDEA. YOUR APPROACH TO BUILDING GLAZING
ATRIUM - LIGHT ANALYSIS - ROOF LIGHTENING DESIGN
S!KON - INTERNATIONAL ARCHITECTURAL STUDENT IDEAS CONTEST
DRAWINGS