Silent Ascent: A Dialogue Between Presence and Perception

Can a nearly six-meter aerial sculpture go unnoticed in a busy building? During my studies, I explored aerial volumetry and the impact of perception on space. I aimed to conceive a work that would only reveal its existence to those who look beyond the obvious—those who observe the sky or the subtle details of their surroundings.

The leitmotif was achieving a delicate balance between its imposing physical presence and its capacity to go unnoticed. Standing almost six meters tall, the piece was strategically integrated into a beam of the university's library. This placement aimed to create a paradox, demonstrating how the habitual indifference of passersby can overlook a large-scale object, thus inviting reflection on attentiveness and our interaction with public space.