Building on some of the work created through the Weston Shorescapes project, we designed a series of murals for five of the Tower Blocks in International Way, Weston, Southampton. We incorporated work from children and other residents to produce images which brighten the foyer area of each block.
We designed a series of large scale murals for the tower blocks. Work done with local schools and residents was used to create a montage of images which brightened up the foyer area of each block. The digital artwork was printed onto tiles and was given a graffiti proof treatment to ensure that the murals have a long life. This project was delivered for Southampton City Council Housing. The aim was to improve the local environment and install pieces of public art, lead by the local community, that is relevant to the heritage of the area.
We enjoy working on large scale projects like the murals because it gives us a chance to work with communities to create a lasting piece of artwork which can improve the environment in which people live. We can help with everything from consultations and running workshops to develop the artwork, through to the logistics of getting work printed and, in this case, finding a tiler who was willing to take on a large scale mural! The feedback we have had from those living in the Weston Towers is that the murals brighten up an otherwise dull space, they reflect and document the memories of the residents old and new, and they are something interesting to look at whilst waiting for the lifts! Not only that but the residents feel some ownership over them as they were involved during the creation process.
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