Jeppe Hein’s Quirky ‘Social Benches’ are Interactive Sculptures That Engage the Public

Jeppe Hein has re-imagined the average public bench by creating a series of modified benches that open up discussion about social behavior in urban spaces . The Danish artist took the form of a typical bench and adapted it in different ways, using raised platforms or diagonal sections to alter the staid seat’s function. Read the rest of Jeppe Hein’s Quirky ‘Social Benches’ are Interactive Sculptures That Engage the Public Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: adapted benches , green design , interactive artwork , jeppe hein , modified social benches , social art , social benches , sustainable public art

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Jeppe Hein’s Quirky ‘Social Benches’ are Interactive Sculptures That Engage the Public