Chromatex.me by Softlab

On display at the bridgegallery in Manhattan’s Lower East Side is this colourful spectacle conceived and constructed by Softlab. Uniquely shaped panels form a meandering series of tunnels, and it is all held together by everyday bulldog clips.

Not only uniquely shaped; each panel is also printed with its own subtle hue, and the resulting gradation of tone through the tunnels gives this project its name: Chromatex.me

For a month we will fill a small part of the world with one of our favorite things: COLOR! 

This installation was able to be produced thanks to a clever public engagement undertaken over recent months. Eager patrons were able to donate to the project through kickstarter, and in turn their names are laser etched onto the back of one of the 4,600+ panels. This personalised keepsake will be shipped to the donor’s home when the project is disassembled. 

All images courtesy of Softlab. Photos by Andrew Manart.

If you’re in New York, you can see this colourful spectacle for yourself at bridgegallery - on display for a month from August 26.

…interestingly, the Chromatex.me installation uses the same construction method that we employed for our Wonka Donka Tower of Id, designed by Marc Pascal for makedo’s State of Design launch back in 2009. Another fine example of this very effective solution!

Thanks to Designboom via Urban Woodswalker

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