»Virtual Vandalism« is an Augmented Reality exhibition that leverages a virtual, digital space within the public realm to highlight unfair usage dynamics and foster local utopian visions. This project repurposes Hamburg's "Neuer Wall" in Neustadt as a stage for exploring the impact of urban art intersecting with commercially used property areas. The aim is to present the existing space in a different context, prompting reflection on questions such as: Who really owns the city? Do residents can utilize public spaces as they currently exist?
We plan to offer a fresh perspective on the shopping street Neuer Wall by using 3D scans of graffiti from befriended artists on variously textured walls, coupled with Instagram's filter function. This approach indirectly proposes an alternative way of utilizing this space. Through Instagram filters activated by attached trackers, a new scene emerges, merging two contrasting functional spaces. A crucial aspect of this project is observing the reactions from property owners, store employees, and the public. Will this initiative lead to a cultural clash, peaceful coexistence, or a space that encourages dialogue?
»Virtual Vandalism« is an Augmented Reality exhibition that leverages a virtual, digital space within the public realm to highlight unfair usage dynamics and foster local utopian visions. This project repurposes Hamburg's "Neuer Wall" in Neustadt as a stage for exploring the impact of urban art intersecting with commercially used property areas. The aim is to present the existing space in a different context, prompting reflection on questions such as: Who really owns the city? Do residents can utilize public spaces as they currently exist?
We plan to offer a fresh perspective on the shopping street Neuer Wall by using 3D scans of graffiti from befriended artists on variously textured walls, coupled with Instagram's filter function. This approach indirectly proposes an alternative way of utilizing this space. Through Instagram filters activated by attached trackers, a new scene emerges, merging two contrasting functional spaces. A crucial aspect of this project is observing the reactions from property owners, store employees, and the public. Will this initiative lead to a cultural clash, peaceful coexistence, or a space that encourages dialogue?