Land of Giants

We care about elegant infrastructure at Doubleyou and are always on the lookout for great examples. This one we found on Dezeen is simply stunning, we love the idea that the shadows would dance by creating new shapes throughout the day.

Designed by Choi+Shine Architects an entry in 2008 competition held by Icelandic transmission company Landsnet and the Association of Icelandic Architects, it sadly remains unbuilt.

American firm Choi + Shine Architects designed these conceptual electricity pylons shaped like human figures to march across the Icelandic landscape. Each pylon would be assembled from modular parts, which could be adapted into various positions to given the impression the statues are walking, climbing or crouching. The 30-metre tall statues would be supported on concrete footings and are an alteration of the steel frame used by existing pylons.  (dezeen extract - their post has full detail of the design concept)

All images are copyright Choi+Shine Architects via Dezeen.