Giant Inhabitable Subwoofers
2021
Adaptive Applications: A) Standalone, and can be fit into spaces of various sizes. B) Attached to Existing Infrastructure, both rural and urban.
Rendering atop one of the subwoofers
Section perspective showing one possible formation of structure, and scale
Recommendations for siting the project: using data to identify high impact opportunities for somatic engagement
An Operable umbrella opens and closes to modulate wind effects on aeolian wind harp
A musical ramp makes noise with every step
The inhabitable subwoofer
Example of one short essay accompanying the project, situating the work through play.
Process diagram showing umbrella in raised and lowered positions
All parts can be assembled and disassembled for non-prescriptive play
Parts of the structure and their analogy to similar parts within a subwoofer
Vibrations can be modulated
Aparatus mechanics diagram showing component parts (2 options)
Proof of concept: testimonials
Material and land healing strategies
Acoustic considerations
Proof of Concept + Testimonials
Giant Inhabitable Subwoofers allow you to connect with nature by channeling the sound of the wind through an aeolian wind harp, and a tactile transducer.
