Dancing Circles

Eeman Khawar & Hibah Sadruddin
University of Waterloo

Amount
Student Team: $2,000
Faculty Sponsor: $500

Faculty Advisor
Terri Meyer Boake

In an attempt to promote outdoor activities while maintaining social distancing during the trying times of the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Toronto painted circles on the grass at Trinity Bellwoods Park in downtown to allow people to safely enjoy the space in. This project takes inspiration from, and serves as a subtle memorial of this installation. It features a large outdoor performance space and two pavilions that intend to highlight the nature that surrounds them. The use of perforated steel panels allows light and shadows to dance playfully throughout the day to celebrate harmony among the community and mark the end of a difficult time.