The Red, White, and Green

UrbanWorks, a Chicago architectural firm renown for its socially and environmentally responsible designs, has brought a thought-provoking art installation to Michigan Avenue. The sculpture, entitled Green Revolution, is a series of free-standing transparent acrylic containers filled with waste (or “fill,” as it’s referred to in the description that accompanies the piece) from the nearby Marriott.

Photo: Paul Libman

Photo: Paul Libman

The contents of the sculptures will evolve as they continue to accumulate trash from the hotel, highlighting the impact of small items of waste over time.

I particularly connect with this sculpture because it draws attention to the power that each of us has as individuals to effect real environmental change. I just hope they have recycling plans for all that junk once those sculptures fill up!

–Jennifer Grayson

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