These Flower Lamps Bloom When People Stand Under Them
Pedestrians in Jerusalem’s Vallero Square can stop for some respite under these self-inflating, giant flowers. Installed by HQ Architects in 2014 and titled “Warde,” these nine by nine meter flowers “bloom” when someone approaches, or when a tram is about to arrive, brightening an otherwise depressed part of the city. “This project is part of the municipality’s effort to improve the urban space of the city center and in this specific...
45+ Of The World’s Most Magical Streets Shaded By Flowers And Trees
The Japanese observe the spring blossoms as a part of hanami – the appreciation of the transient beauty – but you don‘t need a deep, philosophical meaning to enjoy a leisurely stroll down these picturesque streets. And for those of us still in the icy grip of winter, they‘re a nice reminder of the coming spring. Walking down such a street can be mesmerizing, but there are practical advantages, too. Apparently, tree-lined...