Vidhita Lamba

ID4030

The "Dream Machines" exhibition, inspired by Leonardo da Vinci's designs, explores the hypothesis that layering elements to modulate volumes enhances wayfinding and spatial intrigue. Rooted in da Vinci’s principles of observation and interconnected systems, the exhibition uses materials like mesh and scrim to embody these ideas. These translucent materials blur boundaries, creating depth through partial visibility and dynamic overlays. By filtering light and revealing spaces gradually, they guide movement intuitively while sparking curiosity. Their interplay of opacity and transparency echoes da Vinci's studies of light and shadow, modulating volumes to emphasize spatial transitions and hierarchy. This layering not only aids navigation but also generates an engaging, ever-changing experience, connecting da Vinci's timeless explorations to contemporary spatial design.