Our Nature

Our Nature

Located at the Chandler Public Safety Training Center. The users of the facility planned for a gathering spot on the north side of a tall pre-cast concrete wall. With a desire for greater shade and a calming presence, the building owners sought public art through a competition and interview process. Knowing the proven scientific data showing the ability for certain forms and patterns to calm people, the team at coLAB Studio proposed a botanical theme to the imagery. To begin developing the final pattern, the coLAB team started by talking to the police and fire representatives about their jobs. Much of their sensibilities revolve around the idea of duty- to serve and take care of others. While the badges they wear are symbolically shields, nearly all such badges contain some sort of biophilia; Garlands, an eagle, folds of fabric, and soft edges. In the end, the team developed the pattern by blending the shapes of the badges with botanical patterns, creating a metaphoric tree out of the project- with three large forms acting as leafy canopies and/or very large leaves.

Source: City of Chandler