ACC Agenda Packet 09-25-23CITY OF CUPERTINO
ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION
AGENDA
10300 Torre Avenue, City Hall, Conference Room C
Monday, September 25, 2023
6:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.Subject: Meeting Minutes for the August 21, 2023 Arts and Culture Commission
Special Meeting
Recommended Action: Review and approve the minutes for the August 21, 2023 Arts
and Culture Commission special meeting.
A - Draft Minutes
POSTPONEMENTS
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wishing to address the Commission on any matter
within the jurisdiction of the Commission and not on the agenda. Speakers are limited to three (3)
minutes. In most cases, State law will prohibit the Commission from making any decisions with respect
to a matter not on the agenda.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
2.Subject: Consider a public art installation for Jollyman Park
Recommended Action: Receive a presentation on the proposed public art for the
All-Inclusive Playground Project at Jollyman Park and approve the public art .
Staff Report
A- Draft Resolution
B- Scientific Studio Resume
C- UAP Resume
D- Artwork
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Arts and Culture Commission Agenda September 25, 2023
STAFF AND COMMISSION REPORTS
COMMISSIONER ATTENDANCE AT UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
FUTURE AGENDA SETTING
ADJOURNMENT
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CITY OF CUPERTINO
Agenda Item
23-12561 Agenda Date: 9/25/2023
Agenda #: 1.
Subject:Meeting Minutes for the August 21, 2023 Arts and Culture Commission Special Meeting
Review and approve the minutes for the August 21, 2023 Arts and Culture Commission special meeting.
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DRAFT MINUTES
ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION
Monday, August 21, 2023
6:00 p.m.
ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING
CALL TO ORDER
At 6:00 p.m., Chair Maa called the special meeting to order at City Hall, 10300 Torre Avenue,
Conference Room C.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners Present: Carol Maa, David Wang, Kiran Rohra
Commissioners Absent: Rani Agrawal, Dana Ford
Staff Present: Gian Martire, Jessica Javier
Presenters: None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Subject: Meeting Minutes for the May 22, 2023 Arts and Culture Commission Meeting
Recommended Action: Review and approve the minutes for the May 22, 2023 Arts and Culture
Commission meeting.
Commissioner Rohra motioned to approve the May 22, 2023 Arts and Culture Commission
meeting minutes as submitted. Vice Chair Wang seconded. Motion carried with 3 yes and 2
absent.
POSTPONEMENTS
None
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None
OLD BUSINESS
None
NEW BUSINESS
2. Subject: 2023 Artist Award Program and Theme for Young Artist Awards
Recommended Action: Receive a presentation on the 2023 Artist Award program and
finalize theme for the Young Artist Awards.
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Gian Martire, Senior Planner, introduced Jessica Javier, Administrative Assistant, Parks and
Recreation to present on the item. Administrative Assistant Javier provided an overview
including background information, artist award categories, art types, application requirements,
a timeline, and next steps.
Commissioners asked clarifying questions.
Commissioner Rohra requested clarification on how artwork is submitted. Administrative
Assistant Javier clarified by showing the online tester application. She stated that the first
portfolio upload is mandatory and the other nine are optional. Commissioner Rohra asked a
follow-up concerning how audio-visual submissions would be handled. Administrative
Assistant Javier clarified that IT recommended a link be provided by the applicant.
Vice Chair Wang requested clarification on whether past winners are allowed to apply again.
Administrative Assistant Javier clarified that they could. Vice Chair Wang requested
clarification if past winners could be leveraged to help promote this in the community.
Administrative Assistant Javier stated that past applicants’ emails were available and would
inquire with the communications division if it was possible to include those email addresses in
the e-notifications that will be sent.
Chair Maa requested clarification as to where performance artwork had been considered for
display. Administrative Assistant Javier clarified that artwork is displayed at the library but
would have to inquire as to how possible non-visual arts would be displayed. Chair Maa
suggested an event to showcase winners that were non-visual arts if the situation arose. Chair
Maa requested clarification if local businesses with available space might be utilized.
Administrative Assistant Javier clarified that showcasing would probably be kept within city
facilities. She stated that Vice Chair Wang had inquired via email about the possibility of an Art
Showcase Exhibition reception sometime before the awards were presented and that staff was
looking into it. Chair Maa inquired if Quinlan might be a possible location for the art display.
Administrative Assistant Javier clarified that it had been considered, but the library historically
has more foot traffic and is considered a better location. Chair Maa clarified that Quinlan might
be a location for the possible Art Showcase Exhibition reception.
Chair Maa expressed concerns that artwork be about the chosen theme and created specifically
for the competition. She observed that in the previous year the theme was vague and felt some
of the artwork was not created specifically with the competition in mind.
Chair Maa observed that since the name had been changed to Arts and Culture Commission,
she felt that it was their responsibility to broaden the contestants and the City of Cupertino’s
idea of what Art and Culture is. All commissioners agreed.
Commissioner Rohra observed the need to incorporate the culture aspect into all future
considerations.
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Chair Maa requested clarification as to why up to ten pieces are allowed in the portfolio.
Administrative Assistant Javier clarified that the ten was only for the Distinguished and
Emerging Artist Award. She stated that this allows an artist to showcase their work and present
a broad range of styles, techniques, and media. The Young Artist Award only allows one
submission. Chair Maa suggested the wording be changed to say “can include up to” instead of
“must include up to” on the application to avoid confusion. Chair Maa inquired if the number
ten was up for discussion. Administrative Assistant Javier clarified that it was historically ten
and recommended it remain so for another year due to all the new commissioners. She stated
that the subject could be revisited next year should the commissioners request it.
Vice Chair Wang requested clarification as to who the commissioners should be contacting
regarding public outreach. Administrative Assistant Javier clarified that staff would send e-
notifications to all subscribers of the commission and Parks and Recreation. She stated that the
commissioners should focus on personal connections and art studios. She emphasized that
applicants must be a resident or attend a school that is physically located in Cupertino. The
commissioners made suggestions as to possible advertising opportunities.
Chair Maa opened the discussion for the 2023 Young Artist Award theme.
Vice Chair Wang stated that a theme involving Cupertino history would be worth exploring. He
suggested another theme might involve the artist’s identity. Vice Chair Wang expressed interest
in knowing who an artist is and what they value coming through in their art.
Chair Maa suggested a theme concerning the architectural heritage of Cupertino. She stated that
the theme might involve mid-century modernism and the Eichlers. Senior Planner Martire
stated that there are historical landmarks called out in the City General Plan. Chair Maa
suggested that a theme of architectural legacy and culture might inspire research on the subject.
Commissioner Rohra reemphasized the need for the theme to involve the power and strength of
diversity, unity, and uniqueness of Cupertino culture.
Vice Chair Wang expressed concern that restricting the theme to architecture may cause a
limited scope of submissions.
Commissioner Rohra stated that the use of the word heritage could have a broader meaning
than just history. Chair Maa suggested that it needed to be narrowed and more focused to allow
more meaningful, emotional resonance.
Chair Maa requested clarification if the final language of the theme needed to be settled at this
meeting. Administrative Assistant Javier clarified that it did. She further emphasized that the
theme was for the Young Artists and the age range was from six years old to high school
students. Chair Maa stated that she thought the high school students should be challenged.
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Commissioner Rohra suggested that the commissioners think about Vice Chair Wang’s
suggestion of personal identity and how that might be phrased. Vice Chair suggested that the
theme might involve heroes and role models to emphasize the artist’s identity and values. Chair
Maa suggested Artist’s Identity: A Journey of Self Discovery.
Administrative Assistant Javier read back the suggestions for discussion:
- Architectural Heritage of Cupertino
- Cupertino Heritage and Your Idea of Home
- Journey of and Artist’s Identity
- Artist’s Identity: A Journey of Self Discovery
Vice Chair Wang suggested adding Your Hero or Role Model. Commissioner Rohra suggested
adding The Strength of Diversity.
Senior Planner Martire requested clarification if just the subject theme was presented to the
applicants or if any description with examples accompanied it. Administrative Assistant Javier
clarified that the theme was just presented. Interpretation was left up to the artist. She stated
that a descriptor could be added if the commission felt strongly about it.
Commissioner Rohra stated that Cupertino Heritage and Your Idea of Home seemed fine. Chair
Maa suggested Our Architectural Heritage and Your Idea of Home. Commissioner Rohra
expressed her concern that the word architecture was limiting the scope of submittals. Chair
Maa agreed and stated that was the intention. She suggested that it was a subject that had not
been addressed before. Vice Chair Wang expressed concern that the youngest artists would not
be able to appreciate different architectural styles. Chair Maa stated the challenge was to get the
applicants to think more about the City of Cupertino.
Chair Maa stated she liked the identity theme but wondered how it tied directly into Cupertino.
Vice Chair Wang stated that it was more about the artist and how they see themselves. He
suggested that Artist’s Identity: A Journey of Self Discovery was fine. Commissioner Rohra
suggested a simplification of words to make it easier for younger artists to interpret. Chair Maa
stated that she thought that they would interpret it fine, but a descriptor could be added if
needed. Commissioner Rohra suggested how you see yourself as a descriptor.
Administrative Assistant Javier suggested that the commissioners vote on which theme they
were most interested in to narrow the choices.
Commissioner Rohra voted for Cupertino Heritage and Your Idea of Home and The Strength of
Diversity. Chair Maa and Vice Chair Wang voted for Artist’s Identity: A Journey of Self
Discovery. Vice Chair Wang suggested some word smithing to make the theme less confusing.
Senior Planner Martire suggested that the Artist’s Identity theme reference what influenced
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their identity. Commissioner Rohra and Vice Chair Wang suggested simplification to Artist’s
Identity: What Influences You. Chair Maa expressed concern that a simplified theme would
generate a report and not an interpretation.
Administrative Assistant Javier suggested that the commissioners vote on which version of the
theme they preferred.
Chair Maa voted for Artist’s Identity: A Journey of Self Discovery. Vice Chair Wang and
Commissioner Rohra voted for Artist’s Identity: What Influences You.
Commissioner Rohra motioned for the theme ”Artist’s Identity: What Influences You” for the
2023 Young Artist Award program. Vice Chair Wang seconded. Motion carried with 3 yes and 2
absent. Chair Maa closed the item.
STAFF AND COMMISSION REPORTS
Chair Maa reported on the July mayor’s commissioners meeting. She clarified that the meetings
are an opportunity for the commissions to report to the mayor as well as the mayor to update
the commissions about the mayor’s office.
Commissioner Rohra reported on the June mayor’s meeting. She spoke of the positive response
to her presentation on the proposed public art for the All-Inclusive Playground project at
Jollyman Park. She stated that the mayor requested clarification on the cost. Commissioner
Rohra clarified that staff was aware of the budget, has worked on similar projects, and was
keeping the boundary condition in mind while bringing the proposals to the commission.
Senior Planner Martire provided a Staff Update on the following:
- The next regular commission meeting will be held on Monday, September 25
o The Westport Project (formerly The Oaks Project) is anticipated to be agendized.
Two art pieces are slated for submission and are coming as a single application.
- City Council is looking to have a study session on the art in-lieu fee policy. He was unsure
if this was going to come to the Arts and Culture Commission prior to a study session in
October. He is working with Public Works to interview other cities about their policies and
standards for art.
o Vice Chair Wang expressed his concern that City Council would make the decision
about policies and standards without input from the Arts and Culture Commission.
Senior Planner Martire explained that because the item is not a work program item,
the normal procedures were not in place. Vice Chair Wang requested clarification
on the potential workflow being 1.) City Council study session to help define the
scope, 2.) Arts and Culture for review and recommendation, and 3.) back to City
Council for final approval. Senior Planner Martire confirmed.
o Chair Maa requested clarification if City Council had provided any guidance on
possible outreach and questions. Senior Planner Martire clarified there was no such
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guidance. He stated that they were looking at cities with similar demographics,
geographically and size.
o Chair Maa requested clarification on the proposed study session date. Senior
Planner Martire confirmed the proposed date is October 10.
o Vice Chair Wang stated that the study session was scheduled for October 10th.
o Commissioner Rohra asked if this might be an agenda item for the September 25
commission meeting to get an idea of what will be presented at the study session.
Senior Planner Martire stated he could probably present it as part of the Staff and
Commission Reports.
COMMISSIONER ATTENDANCE AT UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
Starting in September, the Mayor’s meetings will resume in-person at Quinlan.
Commissioners to attend the upcoming Mayor’s meetings as follows:
September 13 – Chair Maa
October 11 – Vice Chair Wang
November 8 – Commissioner Rohra
FUTURE AGENDA SETTING
Commissioner Rohra requested an update on the art in-lieu study session. Chair Maa seconded.
Vice Chair Wang requested an update on the public art for the All-Inclusive Playground project
at Jollyman Park. Commissioner Rohra seconded.
Vice Chair Wang requested Art in Unexpected Places – specifically program overview, how it
can be promoted, and what money is available. Chair Maa seconded.
ADJOURNMENT
Chair Maa adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m. to the September 25, 2023, meeting at 6:30 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted by,
Jon de Ridder, Administrative Assistant
Community Development Department
Minutes approved at the _____ regular meeting
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CITY OF CUPERTINO
Agenda Item
23-12560 Agenda Date: 9/25/2023
Agenda #: 2.
Subject:Consider a public art installation for Jollyman Park
Receive a presentation on the proposed public art for the All-Inclusive Playground Project at Jollyman Park
and approve the public art.
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ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION STAFF REPORT
Meeting Date: September 25, 2023
Subject
Consider a public art installation for Jollyman Park
Recommended Action
Receive a presentation on the proposed public art for the All-Inclusive Playground
Project at Jollyman Park and approve the public art.
Discussion
On November 22, 2021, the Arts and Culture Commissioners approved the in-lieu
payment for art at the “Public Storage” development site. On May 2, City Council
approved appropriation of the art in-lieu funds for the All-Inclusive Playground (AIPG)
at Jollyman Park. On May 22, staff presented the public art concepts, and the Arts and
Culture Commissioners provided feedback. The feedback was considered by staff and
project consultants revised the proposal accordingly.
The Artists
Scientific Art Studio, an innovative design studio located in the Bay Area was selected to
design the art piece. The studio designs interactive exhibits, play features and artistic
sculptures in the Bay Area and beyond.
Urban Arts Project (UAP) was selected to implement the design concept and fabricate
the art piece. UAP is an artist collective with a strong track record of worldwide creative
and quality art installations.
Location
Jollyman Park is an easily accessed City-owned site. The proposed interactive artwork,
at the top of the Slide Mountain feature, will be visible to park visitors, residents, and
pedestrians.
Design
The project team proposes one outdoor public art installation at the Jollyman AIPG to
incorporate interactive play components that further elevate the all-inclusive nature of
the Jollyman Park. The interactive art piece is a rotating color- and shadow-casting
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kaleidoscope that will be installed at the top of the Slide Mountain feature. This art piece
capitalizes on the theme of “nature exploration” that drives the play area's overall
design and adds an additional layer of light and color sensations. It creates a visual
draw to the play area from the surroundings, adding layers of sensory exploration and
wonderment. Its movement can be manipulated and operated by individuals and/or
groups. As it rotates, the art piece casts moving shadows and changes colors, creating
shade and a rich, visually textured experience.
The art piece, with its interactive components, provides visual stimulation, detail, and
joy to Jollyman Park, inviting residents and the community alike.
Environmental Review
This project is categorically exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
requirements per Section 15304 (Minor Alterations to Land).
Next Steps
The Art and Culture Commission's decision is final, Jollyman AIPG public art will be
considered approved from this hearing date. Final design, fabrication, delivery, and
installation will commence upon approval of the selected public art piece.
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Prepared by: Evelyn Moran, Project Manager
Reviewed and Approved for Submission by: Susan Michael, Capital Improvement
Programs Manager
Attachments:
A - Draft Resolution
B - Scientific Art Studio Resume
C – UAP Resume
D - Artwork
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CITY OF CUPERTINO
10300 Torre Avenue
Cupertino, California 95014
RESOLUTION
OF THE ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
CUPERTINO APPROVING THE PROPOSED ART INSTALLATION AT
THE JOLLYMAN PARK ALL-INCLUSIVE PLAYGROUND
SECTION I: PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Application No.: CIP-2019-15
Applicant: City of Cupertino
Location: 1000 S. Stelling Rd. (APN: 359-25-049, -048, -024, -002)
SECTION II: FINDINGS
WHEREAS, on November 22, 2021, the Arts and Culture Commission approved the in-
lieu payment for art at the “Public Storage” development site; and
WHEREAS, on May 2, 2023, City Council approved appropriation of the art in-lieu funds
for the Jollyman All-Inclusive Playground (AIPG); and
WHEREAS, on May 22, 2023, the Arts and Culture Commissioners provided feedback to
City Staff for proposed artwork at the Jollyman All-Inclusive Playground (AIPG); and
WHEREAS, artwork in public developments is required to be reviewed by the Arts and
Culture Commission per Cupertino Municipal Code 2.80, subject to the Design Criteria
as mandated in Cupertino Municipal Code 19.148; and
WHEREAS, the Arts and Culture Commission has held at least one public meeting with
regard to the application; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act of
1970 (Public Resources Code section 21000 et seq.) (“CEQA”), together with the State
CEQA Guidelines (California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Section 15000 et seq.)
(hereinafter, "CEQA Guidelines"), the City staff has independently studied the proposed
Project and has determined that the Project is exempt from environmental review
pursuant to the categorical exemption in CEQA Guidelines section Section 15304 (Minor
Alterations to Land); and
WHEREAS, the applicant has met the burden of proof required to support said
application; and
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Resolution No. CIP-2019-015 July 24, 2023
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WHEREAS, pursuant to Cupertino Municipal Code Section 19.148.060 Design Criteria,
the Arts and Culture Commission finds as follows with regard to this application.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:
That after careful consideration of the maps, facts, exhibits, testimony, staff’s report and
presentation, and other evidence submitted in this matter, the application for an public
artwork, Application no. CIP-2019-15 for Public Artwork is hereby approved and that the
subconclusions upon which the findings and conditions specified in this resolution are
based and contained in the Public Meeting record concerning Application no. CIP-2019-
15 as set forth in the Minutes of the Arts and Culture Commission Meeting of July 24,
2023 and are incorporated by reference as though fully set forth herein.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 25th day of September 2023 at a noticed Public Meeting of
the Arts and Culture Commission of the City of Cupertino, State of California, by the
following vote:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSTAIN: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
ATTEST: APPROVED:
Gian Paolo Martire Carol Maa
Senior Planner Chair
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Resume
Ron Holthuysen
EXPERIENCE
PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE
ACADEMIC
Scientific Art Studio 03/1980 – Present
CEO/Creative Director
Richmond, CA
Founded the 2-person art & design company in 1980 in the Netherlands and
developed it into a ten-person operation. Principal design projects included zoo and
museum exhibits. Established Scientific Art Studio in the USA in Berkeley in 1994 as the
principal designer, artist, and manager and has completed award winning advertising,
educational, entertainment, and interactive multimedia design projects.
Clients include: Disney (California Adventure Park), The San Francisco Giants (Giant
Baseball Mitt), National Museum of Natural Sciences Taiwan, Tippett Studio (Robocop,
Dragonheart, Starship Troopers, and more), The Rolling Stones (Bridges to Babylon
Tour), the Olympic Games (GM Pavilion, Atlanta 1996), Gerard Howland (Experience
Music Project, Seattle), Bay Area Discovery Museum (the Tot Lot & Lookout Cove),
Atlantis Resorts (Dubai & Bahamas), the San Francisco Zoo, Mark Dion (The Arcturus
Adventure), Mark Benioff (Presidio Playground), Podell (Architectural Facades in
Downtown SF), Oakland Zoo (California Wild Play Environment), Santana Row San
Jose (Public Art Installations), Monterey Bay Aquarium (Jellyfish Sculptures), Oakland
Museum (Native California Exhibit), ACE Architects (Children’s Fairyland, Oakland),
East Bay Regional Parks (Topo Maps)
Lagere Landbouw School 08/1978 – 1980
Teacher of Biology, Chemistry and Animal Husbandry
Montfoort, The Netherlands
Explored working with children with learning and behavioral problems. Used outdoor
exploration and experimentation.
Natuurmuseum Drouwenenzand 1978 – 1980
Taxidermist
Borgerweg Drouwen, The Netherlands
Commercial and scientific preparation of specimens. Development of taxidermy
techniques and processes. Research into prehistoric flintknapping techniques.
Collaboration with scientists of a range of disciplines on the research and creation
of prehistoric dioramas, natural history exhibits, recreations/reconstructions of
prehistoric animals, plant and human lifeforms meant to spark discussion and
enlightenment among science students.
Examples include: Lecturer at UAS Sitka Alaska Scientific Art in the recreation of a baby
Killer Whale model for Sitka Visitor Center.
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BOARD
MEMBERSHIPS
AWARDS
EDUCATION
Dutch Taxidermy Association, European Taxidermy Association Judge
WASA Knäckebröd commercial Elephant ad
Titanic The Ride Scenic Design
Santa Rosa Children’s museum
Rotary Play Garden
Hogere Landbouw
School Dronten
Lecturer, Agriculture and Teacher Degrees L1/L4
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About UAP
UAP is recognized world-round as a leader in public art and architectural design solutions. For more than 25 years, we have collaborated
with emerging and established artists, architects, developers and designers to deliver creative outcomes for the public realm. UAP is
engaged in all aspects of the delivery process from commissioning and curatorial services, through concept generation and design
development, right into fabrication and installation. UAP works across the globe with key studios and workshops in New York, Brisbane,
and Shanghai.
NEW YORK
33 Bond St
New York, NY 10012
+1 845 567 9464
newyork@uapcompany.com
AECOM
Aedas
AMP
Anthony John Group
Architectus
Australian Federal Government
AVIC Real Estate
Benoy
Brisbane Airport Corporation
Brisbane City Council
Brookfield Multiplex
Buchan Architects
Bureau Proberts
Callison LLC
CapitaLand
China Resources Land
CITIC Group
City of Sydney
Crown Casino
Culver City, USA
DAMAC Properties, UAE
DBI International
DCM Architects
Design Group
Deutsche Bank
Earthasia
EDAW
Egyptian Resort Company
Excellence Group
Exxon Mobil, USA
Farglory Group
Foster + Partners
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts
Fox Studios Australia
Gehry Partners
Gemdale Group
Gensler, USA
Geyer
Gold Coast City Council
Greenland Holdings
Greentown
Group GSA
Gubei Group
Hang Lung Properties
Hassell
Hilton Hotels
Hirsch Bedner Associates
HOK, UAE
Hyatt Hotels
Inter Continental Hotels
Jinghope
KAUST, Saudi Arabia
Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates
Kunshan Urban Planning
Leightons
Lend Lease
Longfor Property Group
Marriot
Miral
Nakheel Properties, UAE
National Capital Authority
National Gallery of Australia
Ningbo Bureau
Ningbo Haicheng Investment &
Development Co.
Oger International, France
PDT Architects
Perth International Airport
Pilbara City Council
Place Design Group
Qatar Foundation
Queensland Government
Ralph Applebaum
R&F Properties
RPS Landscape Architects
Saudi Aramco, Saudi Arabia
Saudi Oger, Saudi Arabia
Shanghai Gubei Group
Shanghai World Expo Bureau
Shimao Group
SHoP Architects, USA
SJB Group
Snøhetta
South Bank Corporation
Starwood Hotels and Resorts
Worldwide
State Library of Queensland
Stockland
Studio 505
Sunland Development Group
Swire Group
Sydney International Airport
Tishman International Group
Vanke Group
Wanda Group
WATG, London
Westfield, US
Woods Bagot
2022
Shanghai Library East, The
American Institute of Architects
(AIA) Shanghai Chapter
Honor Award on Healthcare/
Institutional/ Civic Category
in collaboration with SHL
Architects
Black Star Pastry Shanghai
Flagship Store and Linehouse,
Archdaily Building of the Year/
Interiors of the Year 2023, in
collaboration with artists Debbie
Lawson and Naoko Ito
Rider Levett Bucknall Award for
Best Public Art Project, Lindy
Lee, Vault of Heaven & Seeds of
Cosmos at Sixty Martin Place,
Sydney
National Commendation
for Urban Design Australia,
Riverside Parkland South Bank
Brisbane, in collaboration with
Hassell and First Nations artist
Elisa Jane Carmichael
Australian Financial Review
Higher Education and Research
Awards, Design Robotics Team
at UAP
Interior Design Excellence
Awards (IDEA), in collaboration
with CARR and Wolfgang
Buttress for artwork, Solar
2020
AILA National Award of
Excellence for Civic Landscape,
Lindy Lee, The Garden of Cloud
and Stone at Chinatown, Sydney
CODA Awards – Public Spaces,
Florentijn Hofman, Selfie Panda
CODA Awards – Public Spaces,
Lucy Simpson, Bawuwan
CODA Awards – Public Spaces,
Paul Cocksedge Studio, Please
Be Seated
2018
Iconic Awards—Winner in
Innovative Architecture—Best
of Best category for Wahat
Al Karama. Collaboration
with UAP, Idris Khan &
bureau^proberts.
World Architecture News
Awards—Winner of Metal
in Architecutre category for
Wahat Al Karama. Collaboration
with UAP, Idris Khan &
bureau^proberts.
2017
American Architecture Prize |
Cultural Architecture—Winner
Idris Khan with bureau^proberts
and UAP for Wahat al Karama
(Oasis of Dignity) in Abu Dhabi.
AIANY Design Awards
Merit Award—Architect
J. Mayer H. und Partner,
Architekten for the XXX Times
Square with Love project in New
York, in collaboration with UAP.
2016
Architizer A+ Awards.
Finalist in the 2016 Plus
Categories | Architecture
+ Metal. UAP collaborated
with Gehry Partners on the
sculptural staircase for the
UTS Dr Chau Chak Wing
Building project.
Queensland Landscape
Architecture Awards
Civic Landscape – QAILA
Landscape Architecture Award
(in collaboration with City of
Gold Coast)
Tourism — QAILA Landscape
Architecture Award
(in collaboration with RPS)
Select AwardsSelect Clients
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Selected Projects
NOW, 2023
ARTIST: Shahzia Sikander
PROJECT: Madison Square Park
CLIENT: Madison Square Park Conservancy
UAP collaborated with Madison Square Park Conservancy, Sean Kelly
Gallery and Art Makers to create Sikander’s Now. Which is a nine-foot-tall
sculpture which is placed atop the courthouse of the Appellate Division,
First Department of the Supreme Court of the State of New York.
Gather, 2022
ARTIST: Ben Butler
PROJECT: Fenton Art Strategy + Artwork
CLIENT: Hines
UAP collaborated with Ben to strategize how to build these three sculptures.
Using 3D models made from physical maquettes, Ben’s vision was brought
to life in Cor-Ten weathering steel, which expresses the forces of change in
the natural world. Gather,’ by Ben Butler, was delivered as a result of a Public
Art Strategy developed for Hines and Columbia Development by UAP.
The Distance Within, 2021
ARTIST: Thomas J Price
PROJECT: The Distance Within
CLIENT: Studio Museum Harlem
UAP’s design and workshop team worked closely with Price and Studio
Museum to create a sculpture that would need little physical intervention
by the artist. As part of the Price’s first solo US museum presentation titled
Thomas J Price: Witness; The Studio Museum in Harlem commissioned
Thomas J Price for a temporary public art installation The Distance
Within (2021). This monumental artwork is Price’s nine-foot-tall bronze
sculpture depicting a young Black man looking down at his cell phone.
Eye of Infinity , 2022
ARTIST: Lindy Lee
PROJECT: The Peak Tram Central Terminus
CLIENT: The Peak Tramways Company / The Hong Kong and
Shanghai Hotels
UAP’s teams in China and Australia worked closely with Lindy Lee and her
studio team based outside Byron Bay, Australia, and art consultants Art
Partners- through all stages of creation. This monumental sculpture was
cast in bronze using a sand-casting technique, and the varied and complex
elements of the artwork were assembled, finished, and patinated, all in
close coordination with the artist over a period of almost three years.
Oracle, 2021
ARTIST: Sanford Biggers
PROJECT: Chimera
CLIENT: Sanford Biggers, Art Production Fund & Rockefeller Center
From a collaborative design development phase, through production and
into the final installation, UAP’s New York team was thrilled to closely work
with Sanford and his studio. This monumental sculpture was cast in bronze
using a sand-casting technique. The varied and complex elements of the
artwork were assembled, finished, and patinated, all in close coordination
with the artist.
Living Word, 2022
ARTIST: Xu Bing
PROJECT: Shanghai Library East
CLIENT: Shanghai Library
Xu Bing and his studio worked closely with UAP’s team in China to deliver
Living Word for Shanghai Library East. The artwork comprises over 804 laser-
cut acrylic ‘birds’ in different writing styles of “square word calligraphy” — a
new form of writing created by the artist. It is designed to resemble Chinese
square characters in English. These iconic figures soar up from the top left
corner of the page, inviting readers to free their minds and explore the ideas
of writing, Chinese calligraphy, and the interchange of various cultures.
Ancestor, 2022
ARTIST: Bharti Kher
PROJECT: Public Art Fund
CLIENT: Public Art Fund
Located at Doris C. Freedman Plaza at the southeast entrance of Central
Park stands this 18-foot tall patinated bronze sculpture. From scanning and
enlarging the original maquette, to fabricating, patina and hand painting this
large sculpture, UAP was engaged throughout the design coordination and
construction of Kher’s largest project. This project has been delivered in
collaboration with Public Art Fund.
Please Be Seated, 2020
ARTIST: Paul Cocksedge Studio
CLIENT: Swire Properties
UAP Shanghai worked closely with Paul Cocksedge Studio to explore
fabrication methods and materiality suitable for a large-scale touring
installation. Fabricated from 1,440 planks of sustainably sourced timber,
this 15.2 metre-long installation features ‘waves’ of wood rising to form
arches for people to walk through, and curves under to create space for
people to sit, lie and relax.
Speaking Willow, 2020
ARTIST: Rafael Lozano-Hemmer
PROJECT: Planet Word Museum
CLIENT: Antimodular Research Inc
Fabricated and installed on site by UAP, the work required complex
fabrication methods to hand craft the trunk and branches from stainless
steel. The work was then animated by 3.6 miles of ethernet cable, fed
through the branches and fitted with individual speakers and lighting
elements. UAP was engaged from the design development stage of this
project through fabrication and installation.
Queen’s Wharf Public Art Strategy, 2016 - present
CLIENT: Echo Entertainment + Destination Brisbane Consortium
UAP STUDIO, as part of the Destination Brisbane Consortium (DBC) Design
Team, developed Promise of the Sun: Spirit, Brilliance, Optimism, a site-
specific Curatorial Vision created to direct the commissioning of artwork
across the site’s vast public realm – the equivalent size of approximately 12
football fields once completed.
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Jollyman Park All-Inclusive Playground Project
Description
The kaleidoscope art installation will tower above the
play area like a beacon, centered at the top of the slide
hill. Interactive handles on a central post will enable
children to spin the colored lenses above to cast colorful
refl ections and shadows below.
Art Feature
KALEIDOSCOPE
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