Journey through the largest kaleidoscope in the world, the walk exposes you to the natural environment and resources of Saudi Arabia, altering them to represent the transformation of the country.
// 2022
// Architectural Installation
// Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
One Giant LEAP is an annual event in Saudi Arabia bringing together technology professionals from around the world. STUFISH was approached by Informa to design an installation to kick start the event, and to create the accompanying content for it.
The Kaleidoscope was inspired the natural stratification of Saudi Arabia and takes visitors on a journey from the bottom of the sea to the sky and stars above the Arabian Peninsula. In addition to the natural world of Saudi Arabia, sustainability and efficiency were at the core of this design.
At 40m long, 6m high and 3m wide, the kaleidoscope is the world’s largest of its kind, designed with seamless and warp-less mirrors to achieve an ever-expanding environment.
The main challenge was to achieve a 40m long seamless and warp-less mirror, which was achieved by using a showtex mirror foil product. Additionally, another challenge was to create an entry exit design that did not disrupt the seamless content reflected within the Kaleidoscope. This was achieved by the two triangular entry and exit portals at either end.
Technical Details
// Worlds longest kaleidoscope
// Mediapro LED floor and wall tiles
// 40m long, 6m high and 3m wide tunnel
Credits
Creative Director STUFISH Lighting Design STUFISH Sound Design STUFISH Video Design & Animation STUFISH Staging Supplier Showtex
