{
  "id": 15621760,
  "title": "In ‘Aeolus,’ DRIFT Suspends Illuminated Glass Rods in a Sculpture of the Wind",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/in-aeolus-drift-suspends-illuminated-glass-rods-in-a-sculpture-of-the",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-19T16:01:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Colossal",
    "slug": "colossal",
    "url": "https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2026/10/aeolus-studio-drift-light-glass-installation/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "DRIFT's latest installation, \"Aeolus,\" explores the relationship between nature and human-made elements by suspending illuminated glass rods in a sculptural form reminiscent of the wind. This interactive artwork is inspired by the ancient Greek god of wind, Aeolus, and invites visitors to experience the dynamic processes of the natural world. Founders Lonneke Gordijn and Ralph Nauta of the Amsterdam-based design studio describe the piece as existing only through the participation of its audience, appearing both stationary and ever-changing. The use of glass and light in \"Aeolus\" emphasizes themes of transience and transformation, as glass can appear ephemeral and light is intangible, much like the wind itself. The sculpture continues to be exhibited until October 25 at Carpenters inside Ladbroke Hall in London. Additionally, DRIFT has announced plans for a new museum, the DRIFT Museum, a 8,000-square-meter space set to open in early 2027 inside the Van Gendt Hallen in Amsterdam. To stay updated on DRIFT's projects, follow them on Instagram.",
  "summary": "\"Like wind itself, the work only fully exists through interaction,\" say DRIFT founders Lonneke Gordijn and Ralph Nauta. Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article In ‘Aeolus,’ DRIFT Suspends Illuminated Glass Rods in a Sculpture of the Wind appeared first on Colossal .",
  "key_points": [
    "DRIFT's Aeolus installation uses illuminated glass rods to represent wind.",
    "Sculpture is interactive, appearing stationary yet ever-changing.",
    "Aeolus exhibition at Carpenters, London, until October 25."
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}