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The discreet singular sculptural forms
will be connected by a continuous “spine”
that provides a structure to the space
linking the Transbay Transit Center to
SFMOMA and the Yerba Buena Gardens.
The project transforms the streetscape
into a promenade where singular
occurrences are woven together, so that
the pieces “walk with you” as you walk
down the street, drawing your attention
to things previously unnoticed. A place to
sit becomes an invitation to explore.
While each furniture piece is custom
designed to accommodate specific needs
and site conditions, they can be mass-
produced if only one or two are chosen.
While we showcase a variety of forms in
our presentation, the pieces follow a few
simple rules and can be fabricated using
very conventional and straightforward
methods. a stainless steel pipe, consists of standard • Location: San Francisco, California
The concrete structure of the furniture straight and curved pipe segments, with • Client: San Francisco Arts
can be cast in manageable segments off- customized couplings and anchors to Commission
site, and can then be delivered to site, allow geometric flexibility. Where the • Architects: Ballman Khapalova in
fastened together, and anchored to the spine stops, at the endpoint of each piece, it collaboration with Rayyane Tabet
sidewalk. The lighter components, such as anchors into the ground to accommodate (artist)
seats and colour panels, will be constructed either a bollard or a bike rack. • Project Date: 2021 (Competition
from wood and painted metal respectively. Finalist Proposal) dw
These parts are more liable to wear and tear, Technical sheet
so they will be detailed to provide adequate • Project Name: Minna Natoma Art www.ballkhap.com/rest-and-play
space for cleaning and replacement if Corridor Street Furniture: Rest and
necessary. The continuous spine, shown as Play

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