The Intersection of Light and Verse

Etienne Louis Boulle and The Poetry of Your Environment

Paying homage to Boullee and his hand drawn designs, this three-part collection depicts the relationship between paper, pen and form. Inspired by vast geometries that are seen through the works of Boullee, as well as the repetition that is seen throughout neoclassical architecture, a contemporary spin is seen to evoke a sense of nostalgia. From the neoclassical era to the modern day, these volumes are seen through all forms of architecture.

Etienne Louis Boullee was known for his hand drawings, he saw a higher value and possibility to evoke emotion through said art pieces, aiding in putting the human mind on a pedestal. Boullee believed that through painting and drawing, critical representations regarding the environment and the individual could be formed. Due to Boullee’s key interest in social reform, as an artist, he focused on idealising and illustrating the notion of what architectural forms and volumes could aspire.

Paper, fine line markers and copic markers were used throughout this collection. The experimentation of volumes and forms is evident where homage was paid to Boullee the paper architect.

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Digitilasation - Video and Renders

The Intersection of Light and Verse

Etienne Louis Boulle and The Poetry of Your Environment

From the neoclassical era to the modern day, technology has advanced to an immense degree, allowing us to bring the visions of Boullee to life. This digital render of a church inspired by those developed by Boullee, is taken over by contemporary architectural strategies creating a sense of unity, essential to our modern world. Striking, imposing structures are at the core of neoclassical church design, however the addition of vast window shafts in contemporary architecture has transformed the way humans experience such sacred spaces. The open and inclusive style highlights both natural lighting and the connection humans have to their environment. Through the manipulation of spacial relationship using light and shadow, a sense of curiosity and wonder is created. These senses promote the transcendent qualities of the spiritual