Suspended Installation
Financial Services
Suspended in the airy, light-filled atrium of our client’s corporate space in Uptown Charlotte, Sky Well / Charlotte by Beili Liu offers a moment of stillness and reflection within the bustling heart of the city. This site-responsive public art installation transforms the three-story volume into a serene environment where light, movement, and material converge.
The rhythmic composition of Sky Well / Charlotte mirrors the client’s vision of humanity and warmth, offering an approachable and timeless art experience. Each resin-dipped ‘pebble’ holds a unique form, contributing to a collective whole, much like the diverse community of employees, clients, and visitors who pass through the space. The dynamic, cascading arrangement encourages viewers to look up, pause, and reflect, transforming a transitional space into a destination.
Architect: Perkins&Will. Photography: Ben Premeaux.
Three-Story Vista
Crafted from thousands of translucent, pebble-like forms in deep, soothing shades of blue, the installation evokes the fluidity and regenerative power of water, a symbol of connection and life. Liu’s innovative use of silk organza, resin, and cyanotype techniques results in organic elements that appear to float, casting delicate shadows and creating an ever-changing interplay with natural light.
The installation’s open composition preserves sightlines to the Charlotte skyline, enhancing the architectural openness of the space. Whether seen from above or below, the artwork creates a sense of progression and transformation, underscoring the values of growth, connection, and excellence.
Sky Well / Charlotte is more than a visual centerpiece. It is a metaphorical well, offering a shared space to gather, connect, and find inspiration. Through thoughtful materiality and a profound understanding of place, Beili Liu has created a lasting experience that will evolve with the light and seasons, continually offering new moments of discovery.
BEILI LIU, Sky Well / Charlotte, 2025. Site-specific commission.
The rhythmic composition embodies the concept of the individual and the collective through countless organic and unique elements. The translucency alludes to water, one of the most precious natural resources that connects communities and places.”
BEILI LIU, Artist
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