NEST

Nest is an urban art installation designed to transform public space while celebrating creativity and sustainability. Inspired by five-year-old Stina Onemar, who envisioned a bird’s nest atop a rusted mast, the project began as a child’s sketch and evolved into a striking architectural lighting piece. Working alongside Estonian design agency Velvet, we turned her vision into reality.

The installation is crafted from repurposed materials, giving new purpose to a long-abandoned structure that once disrupted the landscape. Designed to revitalize urban environments, Nest invites appreciation for industrial heritage by integrating old and disused objects into a meaningful artwork.

The illuminated eggs are made from polyethylene using rotational molding technology, a material that minimizes maintenance while ensuring weather resistance. Tested in both seaside conditions and Arctic climates, the eggs withstand extreme elements. Meanwhile, the nest’s branches, sourced from construction site materials, were carefully selected and shaped to complement the final design.

Bringing the installation to life after sunset, Nest features RGBW LED lighting. With the Casambi smart lighting control system the installation can easily be adapted to different moods and occasions. 

Over time, Nest embraces the natural aging process of metal. The structure’s components are painted to match the mast’s rusted surface, allowing wear and patina to blend the public art further into its surroundings. Just as stork nests become intertwined with human-made structures, this piece seamlessly integrates into the urban landscape, evolving with its environment.