Thus far the structure is up - suspended from the ceiling - and the floor has been painted. We were rushing against a tight deadline to clear the floor of everything so that it could be left to dry overnight. In the morning we shall see what models / images we can place on the structure - fulfilling its designed 'dual use'. Brackets were fitted to each slotted intersection to satisfy DMU Estates concerns about stability and security.
Yesterday, Professor David Dernie discussed with me potential uses of the structure after the show has ended. It seems well suited to filling the need for storage in the studio - its horizontal members serving as shelving for working models and tools. This would see the structure return to its intended siting...on a wall.
We have been thinking of laser-etching high contrast line drawings such as plans, sections, elevations onto perspex to fill the gaps in the structure. These would add a further level of visual interest and purpose whilst maintaining the 'see-through' feel of the overall composition. However, we heard a rumour today that the workshops are out of perspex! And with two days to go, it looks unlikely that we will be able to source any more. The structure may well have to make do with holding models that were originally intended to be attached to adjacent free-standing walls. With these walls no longer part of the plan, they need a home...
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