Sunslides

Sunslides

By coLAB Studios

CoLAB Studios reflected on the identity of Chandler and the uniqueness of its residents and visitors to create these pieces. With Chandler being one of the most kid-friendly communities in Arizona, coLAB studios was inspired to create something to encourage play and engagement with local families.

 ‘Sunslides’ cone-shaped structures are mini-environments for residents to look into and through from above and below while navigating the parking structure. The shape and colors of the cones are meant to connect with the natural daylight that changes seasonally. For instance, the winter light emphasizes the warm magenta cone, spring and fall light emphasizes the green cones, and summer light emphasizes the blue cone. Within the cones, there are louvers and openings that take in, and block out, sunlight. However, daylight never passes through the cones all the way to the sidewalk below so the structures are always providing shade.

Located at the Oregon St. Parking Structure

Source: City of Chandler