Tuesday 12 October 2010

Vortex Water Fountains by William Pye




These water fountain installations by William Pye use an interesting dynamic to completely flip the normal idea of how a water fountain traditionally works. His cylindrical acrylic structures are filled with water, pumped in a circular motion and programmed to rise and fall within the cylinder, which creates a 'vortex' air pocket in the center of the cylinder. I love the simple style of his constructions and visual effect they produce.

This installation was placed in the departure lounge of Gatwick Airport North Terminal, but he has done similar installations in other places around the UK.

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