Lotus

 

The idea of a giant Lotus powered by solar energy was developed as part of a scenario to raise awareness on issues related to renewable energies.

First public release

 

The SPOT collective has been invited to present a work, symbol of the energy transition, at the Geneva Lux Festival from January 21 to February 6, 2022. A metallic sculpture composed of geometric shapes and mirrors, the Lotus spans four meters in diameter in the Kiosk of the English Garden during the Geneva Lux Festival.

First public release

 

The SPOT collective has been invited to present a work, symbol of the energy transition, at the Geneva Lux Festival from January 21 to February 6, 2022. A metallic sculpture composed of geometric shapes and mirrors, the Lotus spans four meters in diameter in the Kiosk of the English Garden during the Geneva Lux Festival.

SPOT-Lotus-GVA-Lux-Olivier-Pasqual-2022

International showcase in France

 

In May 2024, SPOT has been invited to present the Lotus in Bernay, Normandy., The Magnetik Festival is a hybrid artistic event that combines digital arts and electronic music. It highlights local heritage by placing its artistic installations and electro live shows in emblematic historical buildings. This fusion between modernity and the architectural richness of heritage creates a dreamlike immersive experience in which festival-goers are immersed.

International showcase in France

 

In May 2024, SPOT has been invited to present the Lotus in Bernay, Normandy., The Magnetik Festival is a hybrid artistic event that combines digital arts and electronic music. It highlights local heritage by placing its artistic installations and electro live shows in emblematic historical buildings. This fusion between modernity and the architectural richness of heritage creates a dreamlike immersive experience in which festival-goers are immersed.

SPOT-Lotus-GVA-Lux-David-Mayenfisch-2024

Making the Lotus

 

The Lotus has been the result of a team work described in the video below.

Design

 

This Lotus is made by Alex Burdin-François, designer at GarageCube Hardware. Alex is working with musician Presia on the interplay between light and sound.

Alex Burdin - Garage Cube
Alex Burdin - Garage Cube
SPOT - Lotus - Alex Burdin
Alex Burdin - Garage Cube

Energy

 

In this first symbolic step towards the energy transition and the use of renewable energies, upcycled batteries designed by John Baillie of Belair Technology will be integrated for the storage of electricity which will be supplied by the grid.

John Baillie - Belair Technology
John Baillie - Belair Technology

Partners

Ville de Genève
Garage Cube
MadMapper
Belair Technology

Image

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SPOT - Olivier Pasqual

CHARLOTTE MULLER

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