London Art Project to illuminate 17 bridges across the Thames River

The Illuminated River Foundation and the Mayor of London have launched a global search for an outstanding team of artists, designers, engineers, architects, technologists and other specialists to create inspirational light art on London’s 17 bridges to reinvigorate the River Thames. The two-stage Illuminated River International Design Competition will award the commission to create an elegant and charismatic light art installation of world-class quality for all of the 17 road, rail and pedestrian bridges between Albert and Tower. A total of £20 million ($29 million) will be raised from the city, grants from the Rothschild Foundation, and private sources, to hire artists, architects, engineers, and designers to create the new public artworks. In addition to an aesthetic upgrade for the city, the project will also activate riverfront districts, enhance the night time economy, and provide a boost of tourism and activity in relatively inactive parts of the waterfront.
http://www.worldarchitecturenews.com/in-brief/2595/ambitious-public-art-project-will-use-light-to-transform-london-s-relationship-with-the-thames.html
By: Betterinteriors