Cosmic Quilt project is an interactive installation started by The Principals as a proposal to create a space that reacts to the user’s presence. Exhibited at the New York Design Week 2012, the installation employed the help of several students from the Art Institute of New York as well as gathering some financial backing from Kickstarter.
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This “intelligent space” utilizes modern technologies and programs in order to explore the relationship and interactions a user can have with his or her surrounding environment. Composed of over 3000 pieces, the installation is able to move with an impressive amount of flexibility while reacting to the users below with a series of hanging sensors.
© Walling McGarity
Its slow rhythmic pulsation appears both eerie yet beautiful with the warm lights shining through the various panels. The project doesn’t stop at the design festival though; a month later, it appeared at the Bonnaroo Music Festival in Tennessee as one of their main installation art pieces.
Project info:
Architects: The Principals
Country: New York, United states
Year: 2012
Photographs: Walling McGarity
Anastasia Andreieva is an accomplished Architectural Projects Editor at Arch2O, bringing a unique blend of linguistic expertise and design enthusiasm to the team. Born and raised in Ukraine, she holds a Master’s degree in Languages from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. Her deep passion for architecture and visual storytelling led her to transition from translation and editorial roles into the world of design media. With a keen eye for conceptual clarity and narrative structure, Anastasia curates and presents global architectural projects with precision and flair. She is particularly drawn to parametric and digital design, cultural context, and emerging voices in architecture. When I’m not analyzing the latest architectural trends, you’ll probably find me searching for hidden gems in cityscapes or appreciating the beauty of well-crafted spaces. After all, great design—like great connections—can be found in the most unexpected places. Speaking of connections, because architecture isn’t the only thing that brings people together.