140 West Plaza
Chapel Hill, NC
Chapel Hill, NC
The 140 West Plaza transforms a former parking lot into a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly destination. Enclosed by a mixed-use development that forges a commercial link between North Rosemary Street and the downtown restaurant district, this central gathering space serves as a vital public plaza for recreation and community engagement. At its core, a sculptural mist fountain acts as a dynamic focal point, infusing the plaza with light and color that change with the seasons, creating an inviting and interactive design.
Awards
News
- Architect Magazine: “Nine Architectural Lighting Designers..”
Client : Ram Realty
Photo : Mark LaRosa
The mist fountain creates a cooling microclimate during the summer heat, while the interplay of water and light offers a dynamic experience that flows from one end of the plaza to the other.
Discovery and play are at the heart of this fountain, inviting the public to engage with its vibrant colors and interactive features, encouraging exploration in this vibrant space.
Process
The sculptural layers of the fountain were integrated into the mist system.
The sculptural layers of the fountain were integrated into the mist system.
