I am creating a large-scale lamp-like installation using recycled duct tape and data-driven LED lights. The LEDs visualize real-time data about waste production and material footprints, transforming environmental statistics into an immersive, emotional experience. The recycled duct tape structure symbolizes resilience and the hidden permanence of discarded materials, while the shifting lights make the environmental impact tangible and immediate for viewers standing beneath the lampshade.

I was inspired by the book Vibrant Matter by Jane Bennet, where the idea of non-living things having a soul, story and emotions really inspired me. I think when human beings see life, in non-living objects, they tend to be more mindful of their usage and wastage.