GRASS DOT

Grass Dot
Shanghai | China

The grass dot is a walkable spherical dome covered by synthetic grass lawn becoming a great green surface to walk, rest and enjoy. It is an object plaza that host different leisure functions on top.

It is an interactive, multipurpose installation, which attracts curious onlookers and encourages engagement from adults and children alike. The objective is to introduce the concept of instant project by generating surprise with the unexpected landing of this green island. Among many possible uses, the installation can be a mainstay for product launches and or brand promotion through a creative medium.

The ultimate objective of this piece of street architecture is to catalyse human interactions, and importantly, activate the place in which is located attracting users and clients.

The structure is composed of 16 steel radial trusses arranged circularly shaping the spherical dome. Those trusses are attached to crossbeams to provide stability and support for the cover. This steel structure is covered with OSB wooden panels producing a walkable wooden deck, providing the horizontal bracing.
Additionally, The spherical dome is all covered by synthetic grass lawn becoming a great green surface to walk, rest and enjoy.

The Grass Dot contains 5 functions:
A walkable green lawn to laydown or walk (112m2), A table deck with a table and parasol (20m2), a bleacher and grandstand for seating (44m2), A lounge seating area (14m2), and a hammock mesh to lay down(10m2).

The object outline is a circumference of 7,8 meters radio, that occupies an area of 198m2, and it requires a free, flat and uncovered space of minimum 16×16 meters. The optimal location would be close to a public pedestrian circulation flow in the outdoor public space.

Finally, The Grassdot is a prototype of urban intervention that its main purpose is providing of a platform to rest, however could be used to promote brands, products and attract customers while being a fun and safe resting platform.

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