What it looks like
Measuring 4 by 4 metres, this hexagonal steel structure is comprised of brightly coloured steel poles. The shape of this piece of ‘street architecture’ is inspired by the town’s strong history of ribbon weaving, as well as the curves of the River Anker - a hidden gem and a key part of the evolving story of Nuneaton.
What it's about
Nuneaton’s ‘Weave’ invites exploration and conversation about what is unique to the town as well as helping to create a more interesting environment.
Located at a key pedestrian intersection, the structure draws the eye to offer three different views of the town. People can move in and around the piece or sit awhile. The structure sits amid the changing townscape as the journey of the town continues - in some places, current buildings limit sight lines which will be opened as the town moves on to its next exciting phase of development.
How it was made
The structure is comprised of steel weld and required complicated fixings to enable the sense of shape and movement.
How the artist describes it
Accent London says they aimed to create a connection between the human history and the physical landscape of Nuneaton. As developments link green spaces throughout the town, Accent looked to create a focus on the idea of flow and movement. The design uses a cyclical undulating form of interlocking geometric slats in different tones, that echo the undulating river Anker and also the threads of a loom, referencing the town’s heritage of silk ribbon weaving.
The design is a practical and ergonomically successful seating scheme, but also creates an evolving colour story across the installation.
What will happen next
This piece can be seen as part of the regeneration of the town and the exciting Transforming Nuneaton programme.
