Landscape + Art + Nature + Design

Inspired by the artist’s childhood, Chrysalis evokes wonder and awe. This bark-covered geometric form invites reflection on our connection to nature and the value of our resources. Covered in tulip poplar and ash bark, it honors Kentucky’s state tree while highlighting the devastation caused by emerald ash borers.

The large oak burl that was once displayed near the Sensory Garden has been transformed into a captivating carving of English ivy’s distinctive leaf pattern, highlighting nature’s beauty and drawing attention to invasive species in the forest.

A compromised Sycamore with thousands of holes drilled into the trunk creates a series of Fibonacci spirals, echoing patterns found in nature and serving as a poignant reflection of the resilience of ecosystems.

Expressive inflatable art illustrates the symbiotic relationship of fungus and fallen logs in helping to create the ideal habitat for the forest floor.

A biologic installation functioning as an artificial ecosystem, designed around the specific conditions of Bernheim and the L+A+N+D site, allowing the growth and development of multiple native species in the long term. This experience is designed to support the emergence of biodiversity as a response to climate change.

An enchanting circular pavilion with a kinetic bamboo façade, inspired by Umberto Eco’s Six Walks in the Fictional Woods. Comprising three intertwined circles with gates in three directions, it invites visitors to experience its rhythmic, relaxing sounds as the bamboo canes vibrate in the rain or wind.

Inspired by the flourish of life that follows a summer rain, this kinetic sculpture highlights this phenomenon and speaks to the regenerative nature of the landscape.

Explores the relationship between Earth’s size and its limited water volume, highlighting how precious, fragile, and vital water is to our survival.

A whimsical installation that addresses the ecological and social impact of the Fast Fashion industry.

A profound reflection on the environmental cost of unsolicited bulk mail. This installation uses bulk mail collected from homes in the Bernheim community.