The project is underpinned by two organizational narratives. The first tracks the bench’s lifecycle, from conception and design to construction in the workshop, temporary exhibition in the gallery, and its eventual permanent installation on the building’s grounds. The second narrative charts a journey from public to private spaces within the gallery, guiding visitors through increasingly intimate areas to the residences. Along this path, the bench’s story intersects with the viewers’ experience, framing encounters and insights into the integration of object, space, and community.
Bethany, CT
Critics: Tei Carpenter and Adam Hopfner
Yale University, Fall 2023