See “Four Sculptural Light Reflectors” by James Carpenter, pre-security in the Mayor Edwin M. Lee International Terminal Departures Hall in the Dianne Feinstein International Terminal and online at: https://bit.ly/48KfVuK
The design of the four 180 x 30-foot sculptures was inspired by the construction of the Wright brothers’ first airplane, and also recalls dirigibles, or boats. The sculptures are functional in that they diffuse direct sunlight from the skylights, reflect light up onto the opaque surface of the roof, and project a dappled play of light into the space.
Happy 25th birthday to the International Terminal! Did you know the translucent reflectors on the ceiling of the International Terminal are actually part of a Public Art piece? “Four Sculptural Light Reflectors” by James Carpenter was created from translucent white silicone coated fiberglass material stretched over a metal frame and inserted within the truss structure of the skylights, 70 feet above the floor.
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