Sara Al-Khalifa

Staten Island Museum
Newyork City

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the tensile structure is topped with integrated thin-film photovoltaics that work to
generate electricity for low-voltage lighting. Designed by Marpillero Pollak Architects in
conjunction with Birdair Inc, it is a
playful space that also educates visitors about renewable
energy.

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a closer picture

Another example of a shading structure

Orlando – Bus stop area

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In order to bring art to the community, Entech creative, a production engineering company teamed

up with Walter Geiger, of Walt Geiger Studios, to design and produce the “Cascade” series of shelter structures.

Four uniquely shaped panels ranging from 15 to 16 feet high. Their form is suggestive of a waterfall, undulating to provide commuters with shade

and shelter.

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