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	* Spontaneous City in the Tree of Heaven - a dual installation on opposite sides of London: Duncan Terrace Gardens in the East and Cremorne Gardens in the West.		* Spontaneous City in the Tree of Heaven - a dual installation on opposite sides of London: Duncan Terrace Gardens in the East and Cremorne Gardens in the West.
	* Spontaneous City in the Tree of Lebanon - a re-imagination of the lost architecture of Clumber Park commissioned by the National Trust.		* Spontaneous City in the Tree of Lebanon - a re-imagination of the lost architecture of Clumber Park commissioned by the National Trust.
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		+	--[[User:Heidi_Schwartz\|Heidi Schwartz]]

	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =

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−	~~= Introduction =~~

	A Spontaneous City is an architectural installation created by Jo Joelson and Bruce Gilchrist of the design collective known as [https://londonfieldworks.com/ London Fieldworks]. The projects are meant to use architecture to illustrate the interactive connection between nature and the surrounding environment.		A Spontaneous City is an architectural installation created by Jo Joelson and Bruce Gilchrist of the design collective known as [https://londonfieldworks.com/ London Fieldworks]. The projects are meant to use architecture to illustrate the interactive connection between nature and the surrounding environment.

−	The Spontaneous City at Cow Tower is one in a series of birdhouses constructed in the parks around Norwich~~. The project was~~ part of the Norwich and Norfolk Festival 2011.	+	The Spontaneous City at Cow Tower is one in a series of birdhouses constructed in the parks around Norwich as part of the Norwich and Norfolk Festival 2011. Referred to as “a Spontaneous City open to occupation by birds and insects”, the intricate structures are meant to stimulate the imagination and the ecological consciousness of those who pass by the miniature cities. The art project also serves to support the local birds, insects and other creatures who inhabit the parks where they have been installed.

−	~~= The purpose of the Spontaneous City =~~	+	Wrapped around specially selected trees, more than 400 sturdy wooden boxes of assorted sizes and profiles are given archways, doors and perches. In some ways, the structure almost looks organic, despite being put in place by local Norwich tree surgeons for the Festival. This strategic installation process makes the pine-coloured clusters of bird and bug boxes appear to sprout from the large trunks of the host trees.
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−	Referred to as “a Spontaneous City open to occupation by birds and insects”, the intricate structures are meant to stimulate the imagination and the ecological consciousness of those who pass by the miniature cities. The art project also serves to support the local birds, insects and other creatures who inhabit the parks where they have been installed.	+
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−	Wrapped around specially selected trees, more than 400 sturdy wooden boxes of assorted sizes and profiles are given archways, doors and perches. In some ways, the structure almost looks organic, despite being put in place by local Norwich tree surgeons for the Festival. This strategic installation process makes the pine-~~colored~~ clusters of bird and bug boxes appear to sprout from the large trunks of the host trees.	+

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−	In addition to the Cow Tower location, Spontaneous Cities were commissioned for Eaton Park and Waterloo Park in Norwich. Each installation interplays with the nearby architecture and showcases the connection between community engagement and environmental awareness~~. The architectural models, based on history and ecology, integrate natural structures and illustrate biodiversity in surprising ways~~.	+	In addition to the Cow Tower location, Spontaneous Cities were commissioned for Eaton Park and Waterloo Park in Norwich. Each installation interplays with the nearby architecture and showcases the connection between community engagement and environmental awareness.

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	“As well as being open to occupation by urban birds and insects, Spontaneous City can also be read as an allegory of population crash and dwindling biodiversity,” said the team at London Fieldworks in their artist statement.		“As well as being open to occupation by urban birds and insects, Spontaneous City can also be read as an allegory of population crash and dwindling biodiversity,” said the team at London Fieldworks in their artist statement.

−	~~= More about London Fieldworks and other Spontaneous Cities =~~	+	London Fieldworks is an interdisciplinary arts practice that was formed in 2000. Their multimedia work combines architecture, sculpture, installation and film in galleries and in the landscape.
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−	London Fieldworks is an interdisciplinary arts practice that was formed in 2000. Their multimedia work combines architecture, sculpture, installation and film ~~in projects that are produced~~ in galleries and in the landscape.	+
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−	~~There are several other Spontaneous City installations in other parts of the UK. By reflecting the local architecture, each Spontaneous City has a distinct look and feel~~.	+

−	~~Other locations include~~:	+	There are several other Spontaneous City installations in other parts of the UK:

	* Spontaneous City: Clerkenwell - a temporary installation in the Gardens of St James Church that was commissioned as part of Clerkenwell Design Week 2011.		* Spontaneous City: Clerkenwell - a temporary installation in the Gardens of St James Church that was commissioned as part of Clerkenwell Design Week 2011.

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−	= [https://londonfieldworks.com/ London Fieldworks]. =	+	* [https://londonfieldworks.com/ London Fieldworks].

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	A Spontaneous City is an architectural installation created by Jo Joelson and Bruce Gilchrist of the design collective known as London Fieldworks. The projects are meant to use architecture to illustrate the interactive connection between nature and the surrounding environment.	+	A Spontaneous City is an architectural installation created by Jo Joelson and Bruce Gilchrist of the design collective known as [https://londonfieldworks.com/ London Fieldworks]. The projects are meant to use architecture to illustrate the interactive connection between nature and the surrounding environment.

−	The Spontaneous City at Cow Tower is one in a series of birdhouses constructed in the parks around Norwich. The project was part of the Norwich ~~&~~ Norfolk Festival 2011.	+	The Spontaneous City at Cow Tower is one in a series of birdhouses constructed in the parks around Norwich. The project was part of the Norwich and Norfolk Festival 2011.

	= The purpose of the Spontaneous City =		= The purpose of the Spontaneous City =
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	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =
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		+	* Biodiversity in building design and construction.
		+	* Biophilia.
		+	* Biophilic design.
		+	* Campaigning for biodiversity.
		+	* Ecologist for building design and construction.
		+	* Ecology.
		+	* Green space.
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		+	= External resources =
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		+	= [https://londonfieldworks.com/ London Fieldworks]. =

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	* Spontaneous City: Clerkenwell - a temporary installation in the Gardens of St James Church that was commissioned as part of Clerkenwell Design Week 2011.		* Spontaneous City: Clerkenwell - a temporary installation in the Gardens of St James Church that was commissioned as part of Clerkenwell Design Week 2011.
−	* Spontaneous City in the Tree of Heaven - a dual installation opposite sides of London: Duncan Terrace Gardens in the East and Cremorne Gardens in the West.	+	* Spontaneous City in the Tree of Heaven - a dual installation on opposite sides of London: Duncan Terrace Gardens in the East and Cremorne Gardens in the West.
	* Spontaneous City in the Tree of Lebanon - a re-imagination of the lost architecture of Clumber Park commissioned by the National Trust.		* Spontaneous City in the Tree of Lebanon - a re-imagination of the lost architecture of Clumber Park commissioned by the National Trust.
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= Introduction =

A Spontaneous City is an architectural installation created by Jo Joelson and Bruce Gilchrist of the design collective known as London Fieldworks. The projects are meant to use architecture to illustrate the interactive connection between nature and the surrounding environment.

The Spontaneous City at Cow Tower is one in a series of birdhouses constructed in the parks around Norwich. The project was part of the Norwich & Norfolk Festival 2011.

= The purpose of the Spontaneous City =

Referred to as “a Spontaneous City open to occupation by birds and insects”, the intricate structures are meant to stimulate the imagination and the ecological consciousness of those who pass by the miniature cities. The art project also serves to support the local birds, insects and other creatures who inhabit the parks where they have been installed.

Wrapped around specially selected trees, more than 400 sturdy wooden boxes of assorted sizes and profiles are given archways, doors and perches. In some ways, the structure almost looks organic, despite being put in place by local Norwich tree surgeons for the Festival. This strategic installation process makes the pine-colored clusters of bird and bug boxes appear to sprout from the large trunks of the host trees.

{|
| [[File:CowTowerInterior.jpg]]
|-
| Influences for the Spontaneous City can be seen in this photograph of the interior of the Cow Tower.
|}

In addition to the Cow Tower location, Spontaneous Cities were commissioned for Eaton Park and Waterloo Park in Norwich. Each installation interplays with the nearby architecture and showcases the connection between community engagement and environmental awareness. The architectural models, based on history and ecology, integrate natural structures and illustrate biodiversity in surprising ways.

{|
| [[File:CowTowerNorwich.jpeg]]
|-
| The Cow Tower was built between 1398 and 1399.
|}

“As well as being open to occupation by urban birds and insects, Spontaneous City can also be read as an allegory of population crash and dwindling biodiversity,” said the team at London Fieldworks in their artist statement.

= More about London Fieldworks and other Spontaneous Cities =

London Fieldworks is an interdisciplinary arts practice that was formed in 2000. Their multimedia work combines architecture, sculpture, installation and film in projects that are produced in galleries and in the landscape.

There are several other Spontaneous City installations in other parts of the UK. By reflecting the local architecture, each Spontaneous City has a distinct look and feel.

Other locations include:

* Spontaneous City: Clerkenwell - a temporary installation in the Gardens of St James Church that was commissioned as part of Clerkenwell Design Week 2011.
* Spontaneous City in the Tree of Heaven - a dual installation opposite sides of London: Duncan Terrace Gardens in the East and Cremorne Gardens in the West.
* Spontaneous City in the Tree of Lebanon - a re-imagination of the lost architecture of Clumber Park commissioned by the National Trust.