HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-01-18 Public Art Commission Agenda PacketPUBLIC ART COMMISSION
Regular Meeting
Thursday, January 18, 2024
Community Meeting Room & Hybrid
7:00 PM
Public Art Commission meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend by
teleconference/video conference or in person. To maximize public safety while still maintaining
transparency and public access, members of the public can choose to participate from home or
attend in person. Information on how the public may observe and participate in the meeting is
located at the end of the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged if attending in person. The
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PUBLIC COMMENTS
Public comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or an
amount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutes
after the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance to
city.council@CityofPaloAlto.org and will be provided to the Council and available for inspection
on the City’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you are referencing in your
subject line.
PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted only
by email to city.clerk@CityofPaloAlto.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Once received,
the Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. To uphold strong
cybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storage devices are not
accepted.
CALL TO ORDER
AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
The Chair or Commission majority may modify the agenda order to improve meeting management.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.November 29, 2023 PAC Special Meeting Minutes
CITY OFFICIAL COMMENTS
ACTION ITEMS
2.Public Art at Fire Station 4 – Review and approval of artwork by Stephen Galloway for Fire
Station 4.
3.Adoption of Priorities for 2024 – Review and adoption of priorities discussed at the PAC
retreat for 2024.
COMMISSIONER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS AND
AGENDAS
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s)
ADJOURNMENT
PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Members of the Public may provide public comments to teleconference meetings via email,
teleconference, or by phone.
1. Written public comments may be submitted by email to pac@cityofpaloalto.org.
2. Spoken public comments using a computer will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Council, click on the link below to access a Zoom‐
based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully.
You may download the Zoom client or connect to the meeting in‐ browser. If using
your browser, make sure you are using a current, up‐to‐date browser: Chrome 30 ,
Firefox 27 , Microsoft Edge 12 , Safari 7 . Certain functionality may be disabled in
older browsers including Internet Explorer.
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identify yourself by name as this will be visible online and will be used to notify you
that it is your turn to speak.
When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will
activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they
are called to speak.
When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. A timer will be
shown on the computer to help keep track of your comments.
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your phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter the Meeting ID
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you wish to speak on an agenda item hit *9 on your phone so we know that you wish to
speak. You will be asked to provide your first and last name before addressing the
Council. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit your
remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted.
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Americans with Disability Act (ADA) It is the policy of the City of Palo Alto to offer its public
programs, services and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to all. Persons with
disabilities who require materials in an appropriate alternative format or who require auxiliary
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PUBLIC ART COMMISSIONRegular MeetingThursday, January 18, 2024Community Meeting Room & Hybrid7:00 PMPublic Art Commission meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend byteleconference/video conference or in person. To maximize public safety while still maintainingtransparency and public access, members of the public can choose to participate from home orattend in person. Information on how the public may observe and participate in the meeting islocated at the end of the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged if attending in person. Them e e t i n g w i l l b e b r o a d c a s t o n C a b l e T V C h a n n e l 2 6 , l i v e o nYouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed to Midpen MediaCenter https://midpenmedia.org.VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLICK HERE TO JOIN (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/88627841441)Meeting ID: 886 2784 1441 Phone: 1(669)900‐6833PUBLIC COMMENTSPublic comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or anamount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutesafter the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance tocity.council@CityofPaloAlto.org and will be provided to the Council and available for inspectionon the City’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you are referencing in yoursubject line.
PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted only
by email to city.clerk@CityofPaloAlto.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Once received,
the Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. To uphold strong
cybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storage devices are not
accepted.
CALL TO ORDER
AGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
The Chair or Commission majority may modify the agenda order to improve meeting management.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.November 29, 2023 PAC Special Meeting Minutes
CITY OFFICIAL COMMENTS
ACTION ITEMS
2.Public Art at Fire Station 4 – Review and approval of artwork by Stephen Galloway for Fire
Station 4.
3.Adoption of Priorities for 2024 – Review and adoption of priorities discussed at the PAC
retreat for 2024.
COMMISSIONER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS AND
AGENDAS
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s)
ADJOURNMENT
PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Members of the Public may provide public comments to teleconference meetings via email,
teleconference, or by phone.
1. Written public comments may be submitted by email to pac@cityofpaloalto.org.
2. Spoken public comments using a computer will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Council, click on the link below to access a Zoom‐
based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully.
You may download the Zoom client or connect to the meeting in‐ browser. If using
your browser, make sure you are using a current, up‐to‐date browser: Chrome 30 ,
Firefox 27 , Microsoft Edge 12 , Safari 7 . Certain functionality may be disabled in
older browsers including Internet Explorer.
You may be asked to enter an email address and name. We request that you
identify yourself by name as this will be visible online and will be used to notify you
that it is your turn to speak.
When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will
activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they
are called to speak.
When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. A timer will be
shown on the computer to help keep track of your comments.
3. Spoken public comments using a smart phone will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Council, download the Zoom application onto
your phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter the Meeting ID
below. Please follow the instructions B‐E above.
4. Spoken public comments using a phone use the telephone number listed below. When
you wish to speak on an agenda item hit *9 on your phone so we know that you wish to
speak. You will be asked to provide your first and last name before addressing the
Council. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit your
remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted.
CLICK HERE TO JOIN Meeting ID: 886 2784 1441 Phone: 1‐669‐900‐6833
Americans with Disability Act (ADA) It is the policy of the City of Palo Alto to offer its public
programs, services and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to all. Persons with
disabilities who require materials in an appropriate alternative format or who require auxiliary
aids to access City meetings, programs, or services may contact the City’s ADA Coordinator at
(650) 329‐2550 (voice) or by emailing ada@cityofpaloalto.org. Requests for assistance or
accommodations must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting, program, or
service.
PUBLIC ART COMMISSIONRegular MeetingThursday, January 18, 2024Community Meeting Room & Hybrid7:00 PMPublic Art Commission meetings will be held as “hybrid” meetings with the option to attend byteleconference/video conference or in person. To maximize public safety while still maintainingtransparency and public access, members of the public can choose to participate from home orattend in person. Information on how the public may observe and participate in the meeting islocated at the end of the agenda. Masks are strongly encouraged if attending in person. Them e e t i n g w i l l b e b r o a d c a s t o n C a b l e T V C h a n n e l 2 6 , l i v e o nYouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/cityofpaloalto, and streamed to Midpen MediaCenter https://midpenmedia.org.VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION CLICK HERE TO JOIN (https://cityofpaloalto.zoom.us/j/88627841441)Meeting ID: 886 2784 1441 Phone: 1(669)900‐6833PUBLIC COMMENTSPublic comments will be accepted both in person and via Zoom for up to three minutes or anamount of time determined by the Chair. All requests to speak will be taken until 5 minutesafter the staff’s presentation. Written public comments can be submitted in advance tocity.council@CityofPaloAlto.org and will be provided to the Council and available for inspectionon the City’s website. Please clearly indicate which agenda item you are referencing in yoursubject line.PowerPoints, videos, or other media to be presented during public comment are accepted onlyby email to city.clerk@CityofPaloAlto.org at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. Once received,the Clerk will have them shared at public comment for the specified item. To uphold strongcybersecurity management practices, USB’s or other physical electronic storage devices are notaccepted.CALL TO ORDERAGENDA CHANGES, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONSThe Chair or Commission majority may modify the agenda order to improve meeting management.PUBLIC COMMENT Members of the public may speak to any item NOT on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES1.November 29, 2023 PAC Special Meeting MinutesCITY OFFICIAL COMMENTSACTION ITEMS2.Public Art at Fire Station 4 – Review and approval of artwork by Stephen Galloway for FireStation 4.3.Adoption of Priorities for 2024 – Review and adoption of priorities discussed at the PACretreat for 2024.COMMISSIONER QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS OR FUTURE MEETINGS ANDAGENDAS
Members of the public may not speak to the item(s)
ADJOURNMENT
PUBLIC COMMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Members of the Public may provide public comments to teleconference meetings via email,
teleconference, or by phone.
1. Written public comments may be submitted by email to pac@cityofpaloalto.org.
2. Spoken public comments using a computer will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Council, click on the link below to access a Zoom‐
based meeting. Please read the following instructions carefully.
You may download the Zoom client or connect to the meeting in‐ browser. If using
your browser, make sure you are using a current, up‐to‐date browser: Chrome 30 ,
Firefox 27 , Microsoft Edge 12 , Safari 7 . Certain functionality may be disabled in
older browsers including Internet Explorer.
You may be asked to enter an email address and name. We request that you
identify yourself by name as this will be visible online and will be used to notify you
that it is your turn to speak.
When you wish to speak on an Agenda Item, click on “raise hand.” The Clerk will
activate and unmute speakers in turn. Speakers will be notified shortly before they
are called to speak.
When called, please limit your remarks to the time limit allotted. A timer will be
shown on the computer to help keep track of your comments.
3. Spoken public comments using a smart phone will be accepted through the
teleconference meeting. To address the Council, download the Zoom application onto
your phone from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and enter the Meeting ID
below. Please follow the instructions B‐E above.
4. Spoken public comments using a phone use the telephone number listed below. When
you wish to speak on an agenda item hit *9 on your phone so we know that you wish to
speak. You will be asked to provide your first and last name before addressing the
Council. You will be advised how long you have to speak. When called please limit your
remarks to the agenda item and time limit allotted.
CLICK HERE TO JOIN Meeting ID: 886 2784 1441 Phone: 1‐669‐900‐6833
Americans with Disability Act (ADA) It is the policy of the City of Palo Alto to offer its public
programs, services and meetings in a manner that is readily accessible to all. Persons with
disabilities who require materials in an appropriate alternative format or who require auxiliary
aids to access City meetings, programs, or services may contact the City’s ADA Coordinator at
(650) 329‐2550 (voice) or by emailing ada@cityofpaloalto.org. Requests for assistance or
accommodations must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting, program, or
service.
MINUTES
PUBLIC ART COMMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING
Thursday, November 29, 2023
Community Meeting Room & Virtual
7:00 p.m.
Commissioners Participating: Lisa Waltuch, Ben Miyaji, Hsinya Shen, Nia Taylor (attended
remotely under “just cause”)
Commissioners Absent: Loren Gordon
Staff Present: Elise DeMarzo, Public Art Program Director
Nadya Chuprina, Public Art Program Coordinator
CALL TO ORDER – Chair Shen called the meeting to order at 7:01 p.m.
AGENDA CHANGES, REQUESTS, DELETIONS – None.
PUBLIC COMMENT – None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - PAC Regular Meeting October 19, 2023 Moved: Commissioner Miyaji;
Second: Commissioner Waltuch. All in Favor.
STAFF COMMENTS – Staff provided an update and shared photos of the CASP Open Studios event at
Cubberley Community Center on November 4. Staff also announced an upcoming virtual meet the artists
event for the Boulware Park public art project on November 30.
NON-ACTION:
1. Public Art in Private Development – Initial review of Public Art in Private Development
associated with the 824 San Antonio Road development project. Athena Carter with the
applicant’s project team provided an overview of the development project to the PAC, a 4-story
private residential senior living care facility. As indicated in the submitted public art application,
the project art budget is estimated at $369,421 and the developer intends to integrate art onsite.
The presenter shared renderings of the building and pointed out the developer’s desire to
incorporate public art into one of the three metal architectural screens on building’s façade facing
San Antonio Road. No art consultant or artist have been engaged by the applicant team yet.
Commissioners reviewed provided renderings of the building and asked clarifying questions
whether the privacy screen identified as a placeholder for public art had been already part of the
overall design of the building, noting that the percent for art funds should not offset the cost of
existing design elements, and the whole art budget should be used on art. Commissioners were
supportive of the San Antonio facing location and scale of the artwork on the screen.
Commissioners emphasized the importance of impactful art at the site, and asked the applicant to
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consider daytime and evening experience of the artwork. There was some discussion about the
integration of color in the screen artwork and the potential to incorporate artwork into other
public areas of the building, should the budget allow.
PUBLIC LETTERS: - None
ANNOUNCEMNTS: Staff announced an upcoming Let’s Glow SF projection festival commencing on
December 1. Staff also reminded the Commissioners about the PAC Annual Retreat scheduled for
January 12, 1-5 pm at the Downtown Library. Additionally, staff announced that a Council colleagues
memo requesting the reinstatement of the PAC as a seven-member commission will be on the City
Council agenda on December 4. Chair Shen will be attending the meeting to address Council member in
support of approving the reinstatement and encouraged other Commissioners to also attend and support
the measure.
CALENDAR: Next PAC Regular Meeting – January 18, 7 pm at City Hall Community Meeting Room.
MEETING ADJOURNED: at 7:28 pm by Chair Shen.
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Public Art Commission
Staff Report
From: Elise DeMarzo, Manager Community Services Sr Programs
Meeting Date: January 18, 2024
Report #: 2401-2513
TITLE
Public Art at Fire Station 4 – Review and approval of artwork by Stephen Galloway for Fire Station 4.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that Public Art Commission approve the conceptual design of the artwork by Stephen
Galloway for Fire Station 4.
BACKGROUND
The City of Palo Alto Public Art Program operates in accordance with Chapter 2.26 Visual Art in Public
Places Policy of Palo Alto Municipal Code. The Municipal Percent for Art Policy specifies that the City will
budget one percent (1%) of its construction costs to include public art for City capital improvement
projects that have a visual impact on the surrounding environment by altering a site through new
construction or reconstruction, at the initial stages of design, thereby ensuring that art elements
become an integral part of the overall design.
In 2015, in order to strengthen its ongoing commitment to the City’s municipal public art program, the
Palo Alto City Council amended the Palo Alto Municipal Code to add Section 2.26.070 "Public Art for
Municipal Projects" to Chapter 2.26 (Visual Art in Public Places). The Ordinance enhanced the funds
available for public art and increased flexibility to provide art experiences that are timely and relevant
throughout the community. According to the Ordinance, one percent (1%) of the City’s annual Capital
Improvement Program (CIP) budget devoted to public art is deposited into the Public Art Fund. Funds
may be used at any appropriate site within Palo Alto for permanent or temporary public art projects.
Additionally, funds from two or more CIP projects may be pooled to fund a single work of art.
DISCUSSION
Fire Station 4, located at 3600 Middlefield Road, is a CIP project that has funds earmarked for public art
in accordance with the Municipal Percent for Art Policy and Municipal Code 2.26.070 (Visual Art in Public
Places). BRW Architects are the architects for the project and have met with Public Art staff regarding
the incorporation of artwork into the project design. Public Art staff presented opportunities for public
art integration into Fire Station 4 to the Public Art Commission (PAC) on October 20, 2022. The PAC was
supportive of the opportunities and integration of art and approved funds in the amount of $100,000
plus a ten percent contingency for the project.
After the PAC approved funds for the project, staff initial conversations with the architect, Public Works,
and Fire to determine opportunities for art integration. Public Art staff reached out to thirty-one artists
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appropriate for the commission from the prequalified artist roster who may be interested in creating
architecturally integrated artwork. A selection panel of seven stakeholders, including Stephen Lindsey –
Deputy Chief, Palo Alto Fire Department, Julia Lee – Media Art Teacher/PALS Leadership Adviser, JL
Stanford Middle School, Sang-ah Choi – Artist, Cubberley Artist Studio Program, Lisa Waltuch – Public
Art Commissioner, Charlotta Hauksdottir - Artist, Cubberley Artist Studio Program / Community
Member, Valerie Tam - Project Engineer, Dept. of Public Works, City of Palo Alto and Megan Zhang –
Assoc. AIA, BRW Architects evaluated twenty artists and selected Stephen Galloway for the commission.
Galloway was selected for his demonstrated use of various materials, his polished and graceful
aesthetic, his use of nature imagery, and the team felt overall that he would be a good match for the
building. The selection panel’s recommendation of Stephen Galloway was approved by the PAC on
March 16, 2023. Upon approval by the Public Art Commission, Galloway entered into a contract for the
design and fabrication of the artwork.
Galloway traveled to Palo Alto in May 2023 to meet with the design team and initiate his research and
design development process for the project. The artist visited the existing Fire Station 4 and Mitchell
Park, and walked the neighborhood. Staff attended the MSC open house event July 15, 2023, and
solicited feedback from the public about the fire station and surrounding neighborhoods. An in-person
meeting was held at the Mitchell Park Library on July 19th, 2023, for the artist to introduce himself to the
community, and gain feedback. Staff and the artist met with Fire Department personnel at Fire Station 4
to learn about their roles and relationship with the community on August 25, 2023.
The artist has been working with staff on concepts over the past few months, and met with
representatives of Public Works, the Fire Dept., and BRW Architects to get their agreement with this
concept. Informed by his research of the area and community and stakeholder engagement, Galloway
proposed a two-dimensional artwork that pays homage to the resilience symbolized by a compelling
Palo Alto oak tree, blending seamlessly with the station's architectural design, integrated into the façade
of the new building and spanning two adjacent walls facing Middlefield and East Meadow. The proposed
artwork will have a distinct day and night presence (See Attachment A).
FISCAL IMPACT AND TIMELINE
The funds in the amount of $100,00 for the contract come from the pooled art funds in the Art in Public
Spaces CIP (AC-86017). The Public Art for Municipal Projects Ordinance (Ordinance Number 5301,
Municipal Code 2.26.070) requires that 1% of the CIP budget for municipal projects is allocated for the
commission of public art. The estimated timeline for sculpture installation is Winter 2025/2026.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: Public Art Proposal for Fire Station 4 by Stephen Galloway
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Proposal
Commonweal, a public artwork
Firestation #4, Palo Alto, CA
Artist: Stephen Galloway
Introduction: We propose the creation of "Commonweal," a public artwork to be
installed on the exterior façade of Firestation #4 in Palo Alto, CA. Artist Stephen
Galloway will craft a two-dimensional integrated artwork that pays homage to the
resilience symbolized by a compelling oak tree, blending seamlessly with the station's
architectural design.
Artwork Description: Spanning two adjacent walls facing Middlefield and East Meadow,
"Commonweal" comprises 18 steel panels, each measuring 6 feet in height and 1 foot in
width. The panels, designed to mimic dimension of wood-grained cladding elsewhere in
the building, depict a stylized oak tree sourced from photographs of a majestic
specimen at the Pearson-Arastradero Preserve in Palo Alto. The artwork will have
distinct day and night presence.
Inspiration and Rationale:
o First inspiration: The central role that the Fire Station plays in community
well being, identity and cohesion. The oak is a symbol of health, strength
and resilience. The artwork, placed at the main public interface with the
building, helps create a positive, strong tone to the Station.
o Second inspiration: The context of Palo Alto, Mitchell Park. Palo Alto is a
city of trees, even being named after one. This includes a healthy
selection of native coast live oaks and valley oaks through the city.
Incorporating the tree motif in the Station’s artwork emphasizes
connection with the local park and neighborhood and Palo Alto as a
whole.
o Third inspiration: The Station’s architecture. While creating a functional
service building, the designers have worked to have the building reflect
the architectural heritage of the neighborhoods. The artwork design
works in concert with the planar qualities, the strong vertical and
horizontal lines, the massing and the cladding of the Station. It is meant
to integrate with the building’s design.
o Fourth inspiration: The beacon. The Station’s and the firefighters’ roles
need to remain in the community’s consciousness. The artwork’s design
serves to engage the community visually, marking the building. Citizens
are drawn down East Meadow and then around the corner along
Middlefield as they complete the image of the tree in their minds. More
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importantly, the work, lit as planned, can act as a heartwarming beacon at
night. With a soft wash of light across the front and a warm glow emanating
from the rear, the artwork beacons gently in the night. The feeling this gives is
parallel to the sense I got when I saw the safe haven sign by the Station’s front
door. This is a place of care and protection, approachable day or night.
Fabrication: The artwork will consist of 18 enamel-coated steel panels, varying in height
and width. Mounted with a 6-inch separation between panels, they will be positioned 1
inch proud of the wall to allow light from rear-mounted LED strips to spill out.
Fabricated with a ¾ - 1" return finished in white enamel, the panels will be attached to
angle iron brackets, ensuring stability and anchorage.
Lighting: During daylight hours, these colorful, opaque panels will be clearly visible to
passer-by. At night, a combination of backlighting with a gentle front lighting will
produce luminous glow while also allowing the image to appear clear and distinct. The
front lighting will be from overhead units originating in the building’s eaves. The rear
lighting that spills from behind the panels is created by weatherproof LED striplights
installed between the panels and the exterior wall.
Installation: Detailed engineering and planning will determine the wall construction,
lighting design, and landscaping necessary for installation. The panels will be attached to
angle iron brackets along the top and bottom edges, with additional elements including
exterior-grade LED lighting for rear illumination and soft, dim front flood lighting.
Maintenance: Constructed of durable enamel on steel, the artwork is easy to maintain
and color-fast for decades. Regular hosing will remove debris, while occasional cleaning
with a gentle detergent and soft rags will ensure its longevity.
Next Steps: Collaborative efforts with the project design team will address various
aspects of design, engineering, and planning. Key areas include wall construction,
lighting design, landscaping, and protocols for installation. The goal is to seamlessly
integrate "Commonweal" into Firestation #4, creating a timeless and visually engaging
symbol for the community, day and night.
Current Team:
City of Palo Alto Department of Public Works
Stephen Galloway Studio
BRW Architecture
Hohbach-Lewin Inc
Cal Lighting
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Design Layout, 2 adjacent walls
Overall Design Layout
Rendering of Firestation 4 with proposed artwork
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Design Layout, night view
Design Layout, 2 adjacent walls, in perspctive
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