Impulsion by Lateral Office, CS Design, In collaboration with EGP Group

This urban instrument lets you create a constantly refreshed ephemeral environment. Impulse explores the concepts of serialism, a technique based on the repetition of musical elements and their variations, creating zones of intensity and calm. Have fun!

Creative intention

"In the same spirit as the design of the seesaws, we were looking for a minimalist, monochromatic aesthetic. As Mathieu explained, the concept of equilibrium and disequilibrium really inspired us. What is also very interesting about the installation in the place des Festivals is that when a seesaw is not in use it stays horizontal and balanced rather than tipping like a traditional playground seesaw. The horizontal lines repeat. The architecture of each building, as well as its location and function, also influenced our thinking."

Mathieu Le Sourd and Daniel Iregui, and composer and sound designer for the seesaws and the videos, Mitchell Akiyama.

Credits

Creation and production: Lateral Office et CS Design
Collaboration: EGP Group
Sound design: Mitchell Akiyama Fabrication: Generique Design

A production of the Quartier des Spectacles Partnership

More information: lateraloffice.com and designcs.ca