Airport Art Installations That Wow Travelers
If you have ever been stuck at an airport due to a delayed flight or because you spaced your connecting flights too far apart, the waiting time can be torturous. However, in certain airports, there are pieces of art that are waiting to be discovered and appreciated.
From wall installations to erected pagodas, optical illusions to giant animal sculptures, airports are home to quite a number of modern and artistic interpretations from artists. If you are ever passing by these airports, do check out these amazing sights.
- Changi Airport, Singapore
- San Francisco International Airport, USA
- Abu Dhabi International Airport, the United Arab Emirates
- London Heathrow Airport, England
- Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai
Kinetic Rain is found in Terminal 1 of Changi Airport in Singapore. It consists of two sets of 608 suspended raindrops made from lightweight aluminum. It’s a moving installation that bedazzles travelers whenever they have the chance to enjoy the view.
San Francisco’s International Airport is home to many art installations that explore perception. The lamps installation challenges your perception of space, while the hanging and wall installations change based on the direction you view them from.
This sculpture is called ‘Forever’. It’s a bicycle installation by Chinese artist Ai Weiwei.
Slipstream is a 2014 sculpture created by Richard Wilson for the replacement London Heathrow Terminal 2. The sculpture is over 70 metres long and weighs 77 tonnes!
There is a multi-story Art Gallery Facade at T2 airport Terminal. Another one is when you see the Diya curtain welcoming guests to the airport lobby.