The theme of this exhibition revolved around modularity in exhibition design, and the contrast between rigidity and fluidity represented respectively by two different artworks.
Considering the relationship between rigidity and fluidity not as separate elements but as complements, we studied the hardened structures form by viscous lava. When lava cools and solidifies, the forms segment themselves at a 120-degree angle to achieve the tightest possible column arrangment (triangulation).
The consistency of form serves as a good basis for a modular structure. Hence we decided to replicate the basalt columns by casting cement; tapping unto its essential simplicity for reordering as a modular concept for an exhibition container and divider.
Done by Christina Wong, Bryan Tan, David Trapp, Koh Jia Hao and Sherri Goh.
