Fundraiser Launched for Giant Burning Man Installation Made from 3000 NASA Space Blankets
Moscow-based designer Alex Shtanuk has launched an Indiegogo campaign for his 107,000-square-foot (10,000-square-meter) blanket woven from over 3000 NASA Space blankets, to feature at this year?s Burning Man festival at Black Rock City, Nevada.
Courtesy of Alex Shtanuk via Indiegogo
Moscow-based designer Alex Shtanuk has launched an Indiegogo campaign for his 107,000-square-foot (10,000-square-meter) blanket woven from over 3000 NASA Space blankets, to feature at this year?s Burning Man festival at Black Rock City, Nevada.?The Blanket? seeks to ?bring the waves of the ancient Lake Lahontan back to Playa,? influenced by wind conditions to mirror surreal forms such as waves, mountains, or giant sculptures. With an exterior metallic coating, the blanket will reflect 97% of radiated heat, creating a cool, refreshing environment underneath for those seeking shelter from the hot Playa sun.
Measuring 330 by 330 feet (100 by 100 meters), and made from 3,350 NASA Space blankets and 25 miles (40 kilometers) of reinforced tape, ?The Blanket? seeks to act as a surreal yet functional canvas throughout the day and night.
Courtesy of Alex Shtanuk via Indiegogo
Courtesy of Alex Shtanuk via Indiegogo
During the hot daytime, the installation takes the form of ?a comfy and refreshing rest area, where anyone can relax, chill, have a nap or dance.? At night, the scheme is activated by hundreds of people in en-wire sui...
Courtesy of Alex Shtanuk via Indiegogo
Moscow-based designer Alex Shtanuk has launched an Indiegogo campaign for his 107,000-square-foot (10,000-square-meter) blanket woven from over 3000 NASA Space blankets, to feature at this year?s Burning Man festival at Black Rock City, Nevada.?The Blanket? seeks to ?bring the waves of the ancient Lake Lahontan back to Playa,? influenced by wind conditions to mirror surreal forms such as waves, mountains, or giant sculptures. With an exterior metallic coating, the blanket will reflect 97% of radiated heat, creating a cool, refreshing environment underneath for those seeking shelter from the hot Playa sun.
Measuring 330 by 330 feet (100 by 100 meters), and made from 3,350 NASA Space blankets and 25 miles (40 kilometers) of reinforced tape, ?The Blanket? seeks to act as a surreal yet functional canvas throughout the day and night.
Courtesy of Alex Shtanuk via Indiegogo
Courtesy of Alex Shtanuk via Indiegogo
During the hot daytime, the installation takes the form of ?a comfy and refreshing rest area, where anyone can relax, chill, have a nap or dance.? At night, the scheme is activated by hundreds of people in en-wire sui...
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