Linfeng Zhou is an artist originally from southwest China, now based in Vancouver. He trained in architecture and industrial design. The artist likes to wander between disciplines and cultures, in search of extraordinary substances in seemingly ordinary life. He is interested in creating objects and spaces that exalt their original contexts and foster positive interactions between people, connecting us more deeply to our environments and the present moment.
Le monde dans un gland (“The World in an Acorn”) is a meditation pod. Forming a giant sprouting acorn, the sculpture’s shell cracks gracefully before the radicle emerges, creating a welcoming entrance. Stepping inside, visitors are plunged into the world of an awakening tree.
The roof tiles are an intricate Fibonacci sequence inspired by nature and echoing the complex patterns found in plants. Viewed from the inside, they evoke the luminescence of Gothic church windows, softly infusing natural light to create a serene atmosphere.
The roof tiles are an intricate Fibonacci sequence inspired by nature and echoing the complex patterns found in plants. Viewed from the inside, they evoke the luminescence of Gothic church windows, softly infusing natural light to create a serene atmosphere.
Le monde dans un gland aims to create an immersive experience that sparks curiosity while imbuing our senses with the wonders of nature.