Envisioning a Sustainable Lancaster: A Creative Design Concept:
The Vision: A "Living Building" that seamlessly integrates with its environment, generating more energy than it consumes, and fostering a thriving hub for creativity and sustainability education.
Key Design Elements:
(Please note the following are suggestions)
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Biomimicry: Inspired by the intricate workings of a beehive, the building would feature a dynamic, self-regulating system. Solar panels integrated into the roof would mimic the hexagonal structure of a honeycomb, maximizing energy capture.
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Green Facade: A living wall of native plants would cover the building's exterior, providing insulation, purifying the air, and creating a visually stunning aesthetic. The plant selection would be carefully chosen to attract pollinators and support local biodiversity, permaculture, and eco-friendly living.
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Net-Zero Energy: The building would generate more energy than it consumes through a combination of solar panels, wind turbines, and geothermal energy systems.
Please feel free to use photos of ‘The Storey Building’ for reference.
Submission Requirements:
Image Format: JPEG
Image Compatibility: Mac and PC compatible
Image Resolution:
Medium resolution is recommended.
If the viewer does not need to zoom in for detail, 72 dpi at approximately 2000 pixels high is suitable.
If more detail is required, increase the dpi to 300.
This exhibition aims to inspire positive change within our community by showcasing creative visions for a more sustainable Lancaster. We encourage artists to explore the captivating themes of Heritage, Architecture, Innovation, Technology, and Sustainable Design while considering how we can foster a more eco-conscious future for our town.
Specifically, we are interested in artworks that:
Showcase innovative solutions: Explore and depict eco-friendly technologies, sustainable living practices, and green infrastructure.
Reimagine the built environment: Consider how we can transform Lancaster into a more sustainable city, with a particular focus on the iconic Storey building.
Artist Statement:
We require a brief artist statement for each submitted artwork.
You can submit your artist statement in one of the following ways:
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In the email: Include your artist statement directly in the body of the email containing your artwork submission.
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As a separate document: Attach your artist statement as a separate document (e.g., Word doc, PDF) to your email.
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Photographed handwritten statement: Write your artist statement by hand, take a clear photograph of it, and include the photo along with your artwork submission.
The statement should include:
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A brief description of the artwork: What inspired the piece? What techniques were used?
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A personal reflection: What does this artwork mean to the artist? What message or emotion does he or she hope to convey?
Submission Entry is Free.
Contact Us:
For any further questions or to discuss your project ideas, please don't hesitate to contact us:
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Email: thomas@cmindconnect.co.uk
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Phone: 07916 353 954
We look forward to receiving your submissions!
Sincerely,
The Community Mind Connect Team