AKWANGA ROUNDABOUT
Nassarawa State, Nigeria - 2022
Area: 125 sqm
Scope: Infrastructure / Public
This is a commission for the Akwanga City Governer, aimed in creating a moment symbolizing the freedom, prosperity and power of the Akwanga citizen. The road network was reconsidered to provide a better wider highway roads and a roadabout to minimize traffic was introduced at the crossroad with bus and pedestrian network.
The main component in the roundabout is meant to be the focal point of the city, it showcases prosperity and emphasizes the importance of the city icon, that is the Jaguar. The main materials used are concrete and gold-finished steel, with lighting that extends to the landscape.The installation holds a meaning for the city dwellers and empowers them with the Jaguar energy to scale up with their business, lifestyle and city. Street Benches are included to allow for a moment of reflection, watching the sunset and staue from all its angles and shadows.
