Gas Works Park Safety Wall Artist Design Call
Seattle seeks artists to design a beautiful, safe replacement wall for Gas Works Park's historic structure instead of removal.
Gas Works Park in Seattle is facing a safety challenge due to multiple deaths from falls off its historic industrial structure. Rather than demolishing or completely dismantling the iconic landmark by removing all stairs and ladders, a community member and artist has proposed an alternative solution: replace the existing ugly, dilapidated chain-link fence enclosure with an artistic, impenetrable wall design.
This opportunity invites artists to create a design that serves a dual purpose - enhancing safety while transforming the aesthetic of the park. The proposed art wall would maintain the historic structure while preventing access to dangerous areas through a beautiful architectural or artistic intervention.
The concept preserves the cultural and historical significance of Gas Works Park's distinctive industrial features while addressing legitimate safety concerns that have resulted in tragic incidents. By commissioning an artist-designed safety wall, the Seattle Parks department could turn a safety necessity into a public art installation that enhances the park's visual appeal.
This is a unique opportunity for artists to contribute to community safety, public art, and historic preservation simultaneously. The successful design would need to be structurally sound, visually compelling, and effectively prevent unauthorized access to hazardous areas of the structure.
Interested artists should consider designs that complement the park's industrial heritage while creating a striking visual statement. The project offers visibility and the chance to create impactful public art in one of Seattle's most visited parks.