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Two significant pieces of artwork have been installed for a new art programme at West London’s newest destination, Paddington Square
Two significant pieces of artwork have been installed for a new art programme at West London’s newest destination, Paddington Square, owned by Great Western Developments.
The artwork was produced in collaboration between Moss and renowned artists Catherine Yass and Kathrin Böhm along with a multi-faceted project team.
Curator Stella Ioannou of Lacuna Projects, Mtec Fine Art, Gardiner & Theobald LLP, and Blu-3 made up the project team which worked together to produce the public arts programme.
Utilising its on-site studio, Moss worked closely with both artists for colour testing, frame and lighting design, and fabrication to ensure the printed artwork perfectly complemented the architectural design of the new Renzo Piano-designed building.
Catherine Yass’ artwork required a hands-on approach, deriving from 16mm film negatives digitally transferred and composed. As a result, she and her team visited the Moss facility three times for colour tests, with six additional print tests sent to her studio.
James Gifford, studio manager at Moss guided this rigorous process, ensuring the final piece achieved the desired depth and flow.
Highly skilled crews from Hi-Maintenance and Industrial Abseiling supported the installation with the entire install overseen by the Moss project management team. Both Yass and The Showroom team, along with Lacuna Projects, attended the final reveal of the project.
The final product of Yass’ installation spans 152sq m, printed on durable semi-coated front-lit PVC to withstand the elements. The sustainable credentials of Moss were paramount to Yass’ installation, and included working with the most appropriate materials available as well as minimising recycling and any waste and cut offs.
Böhm’s piece covers 92sq m and is part of a three-year rotational programme in partnership with The Showroom and will be updated annually. The piece was printed onto Kavalan Sunlight Grey Back material, enabling Moss to offer an environmentally friendly option, with all off-cuts and unwanted samples disposed of within Moss’ recycling system.
Once the artwork is changed, Moss will work with the artist and project team to determine whether it will be kept or recycled again.
Megan Storey-Smith, project manager at Moss, adds: “This project is a testament to the collaborative nature and technical expertise of all involved. We are proud to have contributed to the Paddington Square public art programme, showcasing the talents of Catherine Yass and Kathrin Böhm in such a prestigious setting.
“At Moss, the level of care and service across all departments allows us to stand out as a leader in our industry, and projects like this reinforce our commitment to enhancing the cultural landscape of London.”
