Spirole

 

Located at Google’s Charleston East Plaza, Spirole is a playful and community-building art installation. The elegant, 23-foot tall structure consists of three kinetic umbrellas which were inspired by the enigmatic forms and spiraling movements of marine feather duster worms. Following a circadian rhythm, the umbrellas open multiple times during the day, signaling specific times by exposing their bright, colorful membranes. At sunset, Spirole offers yet another spectacle by sensing the number of visitors nearby. The more people are gathering together, the more Spirole will bloom and with its interactive lights and powerful speakers turning it into a dynamic event space.