"Flourish: Hemp-Fueled Urban Oases" is a public art initiative using hemp-based furniture
to create vibrant, biodiverse green spaces in cities. The sustainable designs incorporate
native plant seeds, fostering thriving ecosystems that beautify public areas and support
local wildlife, blending environmental stewardship with innovative urban design.
Flourish harnesses the natural properties of hemp to craft durable, sustainable public
furniture that serves as catalysts for vibrant, biodiverse ecosystems within city landscapes.
The artistic and creative strength of the Flourish concept lies in its ability to blend cuttingedge
material science, regenerative ecological principles, and imaginative placemaking.
By weaving hemp with native plant seeds, the project's furniture designs organically
transform over time, evolving from functional seating into lush, verdant "oases" that support
pollinators, birds, and other wildlife. This process of gradual metamorphosis creates an everchanging,
dynamic public art experience that invites community members to witness and
participate in the natural cycles of growth and renewal.
Flourish embraces an ethos of bold experimentation. Rather than relying on traditional,
static public art installations, the project reimagines the role of urban furniture as a
vibrant, living canvas that evolves organically over time. This daring approach challenges
conventional notions of "finished" artwork, instead positioning the public as active
participants in an ever-unfolding creative process.
The result is a uniquely immersive, participatory public art experience that captivates the
senses and imagination. As community members interact with the hemp-based furniture,
they bear witness to the gradual emergence of lush, biodiverse ecosystems, fostering
a deeper sense of connection to the natural world and a renewed appreciation for the
restorative power of urban greenspaces.
This diverse, cross-functional collaboration allows Flourish to leverage a wide breadth of
expertise, from material engineering to ecological restoration, ensuring the final designs
not only invite respite and community conversation, but also actively support biodiversity in
urban spaces.
Through its bold experimentation and collaborative spirit, Flourish redefines the role
of public art in catalyzing meaningful, lasting change within the urban landscape. By
transforming functional public furniture into living, evolving ecosystems, the project
invites the community to play an active role in the regeneration of their local environment,
fostering a deeper sense of connection and stewardship.
Open to all audiences in mid-2025.