San Joaquin River Ecology Wall
The “River Ecology Wall” is part of the “Museum without Walls” proposal for the San Joaquin River Parkway & Conservation Trust, Fresno, CA. These laser cut stainless steel panels form a curvilinear wall that flows like the river, a life force with essential habitat and ecology. The graphics portray the symbiosis between local flora, fauna, climate & river, the delicate balance of nature.
Concept Design: The overarching purpose of the “Museum without Walls” is nature education combining the study of natural science with preservation, demonstration & education through exhibits & programs that serve diverse populations. Physically, the goal is longevity of materials, sustainability of the exhibit & maintenance of the storyline’s longterm relevance.
Interpretation of San Joaquin River watershed restoration efforts to be located at Parkway property on Old Friant Road, will utilize public areas around the historic home, education offices, administrative offices, historic barn, & future native plant gardens, bicycle paths & pedestrian routes connecting to the San Joaquin River trail system.
Concept Phase Team: Jan Coleman- Lead Designer & Project Manager, Richard Wilhelm, Michael Smith, Suzanne Lee, Pacific Studio.
Title of Proposal: “River Ecology Wall”, part of SJRP “Museum without Walls Proposal”
Client: San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust, Inc. (SJRP), Fresno, CA
SJRP Deputy Director: Sharon Weaver
SJRP Project Manager: Lina Venzuela
“Museum without Walls” Project Manager: Jan Coleman, Red Caviar, Portland, OR
Date: 2010
Materials: laser cut, powder coated steel
Dimensions: 10′ x 33′ x 5″
Graphic Design: Michael Smith, RoughMedia, Lake Oswego, OR