Kolonihavehus

I've been spending a lot of time working from the Royal Danish Library in Copenhagen, known as the Black Diamond. Recently, a new installation called 'Kolonihavehus' appeared in the vast open space next to the water here. It is a 'stained glass' sculpture designed by NY artist Tom Fruin, made from recycled plexiglass. You can't go inside, but it certainly livens up an otherwise barren stretch of cobblestone. The shadow effects are fantastic on a sunny day.

The whole thing was hand-welded together. Pretty cool. I won't show you the close-up pics where some gaps are filled with sponges that have been spray painted black. Oops.

Also, some great lighting effects at twilight (coming earlier and earlier) in the rain. The reflections are even better in real life.

For more info about the artist and installation, visit this designboom article.