Good Design Award Green Architecture

Award, Design, Design Process, Development, Exhibit, Fabrication, Historical Landmark, Installation

Gizmo Art Production Receives Good Design Award for Green Architecture Recognized for Sustainable Cultural Infrastructure and Institutional-Scale Fabrication Gizmo Art Production, Inc. has been awarded the internationally recognized Good Design Award in the category of Green Architecture, acknowledging the firm’s leadership in sustainable exhibition environments, institutional-scale fabrication, and environmentally responsible construction within the cultural sector.…

Celebrating 15 years… Creating the Nebula

Art in public places, Art Installation, Design, Design Process, Fabrication, Installation, Public Art, Sculpture

The atrium of the Hilton Anatole hotel is impressively large, soaring more than 150 feet into the air. Owner Harlan Crow, a legendary real estate investor, needed to fill this vast space. What happened next was perhaps the most ambitious kinetic sculpture ever commissioned: the Nebula. Conceived and designed by artist Reuben Margolin, the sculpture…

Blessing Hancock’s Responder makes Top Photography Highlights from Recent CODAworx Projects

Art in public places, Fabrication, Galvanized, Public Art, Sculpture

By Matthew Bowden | Nov 14 Highlighting standout images from recent projects uploaded over the last month, we’re showcasing stunning photography on CODAworx that captures the beauty and scale of public art. Responder fuses architectural form, lighting, and symbolic meaning in a way that’s both elegant and functional. The biconical, open-structured form, combined with ripple-like lighting, evokes images of communication…

The Gizmo team is almost finished installing “Petal Drop Flutter” by Blessing Hancock

Architectural Metal, Art in public places, Art Installation, Fabrication, Public Art, Sculpture

This installation was created for the entryway tunnel of the park. It features dimensional panels with intricate textures, patterns, and color-changing lights. Like all of Blessing’s works, “Petal Drop Flutter” aims to become an integral part of the community, sparking curiosity and encouraging participation, thereby fostering a connection between the community and public spaces. Situated…

Gizmo receives award from American Galvanizers Association for Loqui sculpture

Architectural Metal, Art in public places, Fabrication, Galvanized, Public Art, Sculpture

With decades of experience, Gizmo knew exactly what this sculpture needed to last beautifully in its outdoor location. “Hot-dip galvanizing was selected to protect the support core to ensure its low maintenance and longevity. HDG not only ensures Loqui’s durability, but also protects this vital investment, making it a lasting part of the Fairgrounds for…

“Loqui” sculpture made the cover of Modern Steel Construction

Architectural Metal, Art in public places, Art Installation, Fabrication, Public Art, Sculpture

“Loqui,” a unique sculpture by artist Blessing Hancock, stands as a testament to creativity and innovation. Celebrated in the art world, it graces the cover of Modern Steel Construction magazine, highlighting its significance. Crafted with precision by the talented Gizmo team in San Francisco, California, this remarkable piece embodies the spirit of artistic collaboration, culminating…