SENSOR VALLEY
Pillars of light react to people's touch.
SENSOR VALLEY is an interactive sensor artwork featuring wireless-connected pillars that produce light and sound in response to touch. Located at the entrance of the new theater in Assen, it transforms the space into a vibrant, immersive environment where light and sound dynamically react to human interaction.
The pillars shift from calming blue to excited red, reflecting the warmth and energy of touch and hugging. This color change symbolizes individual engagement and creates a synchronized dance of light, as the pillars communicate with each other and visitors. Their wireless connectivity enables a collective behavior, mirroring the flow of people through the space.
Beyond its visual appeal, SENSOR VALLEY fosters a deep connection between people and their environment. It enhances the cultural experience by integrating art with everyday interactions, making the entrance a lively, interactive space.
As part of Sensor City Assen, SENSOR VALLEY evolves with the audience’s movements and emotions.
2012. Assen, NL. Permanent artwork featuring large pillars equipped with LEDs, sensor technology, firmware, microchips, and sound speakers.
SENSOR VALLEY is commissioned by the City of Assen and is part of Sensor City Assen.
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Exhibitions
May 21, 2012
SENSOR VALLEY Opens to the Public
Europe's largest public sensor artwork of interactive pillars of light and sound opens after two years of work. Free entrance at night at the Cultural Center in Assen NL.
Studio
April 17, 2012
Concepting SENSOR VALLEY
SENSOR VALLEY, a public artwork in Assen, celebrates the city's rich history in sensor technology, surrounded by telescopes and satellites. Using light and technology, the installation personalizes space, creating a dynamic landscape of people, sensors, and light.
Studio
November 10, 2011
Sensor Art
Prototyping at Studio Roosegaarde is in progress for a new artwork that uses sensors and light. The pillars change color and sound based on your touch, creating an interactive experience.