steiermarkbrunnen

main target was to create a modern well for styrian cities which should fit for every town square layout, acting as a meeting point and enhancing the awareness of styrian water.

customer: country of styria.

production in 2010.

design by motion code: blue

the well has 2 components: the well itself and the bench which can be positioned in many varieties. the well acts as meeting point since it used to be for centuries. a drinking fountain offers additional comfort.

a natural stone element symbolizes the mountain areas of styria, where the water arises from.
large water surfaces naturally framed by a concrete base stand for the large rivers and lakes in styria, on 2 sides the water is able to flow down, a symbol for the usage of water through hydro power.

the drinking fountain is made out of stainless steel, which symbolizes the technology and the innovation in styria.
keywords of the styrian water charter are written on one side to induce people to discuss the importance of water.

the whole well appears floating; this is made by an offset base structure. a small water band frames the well, it symbolizes the ground water.
the well should enhance the awareness of the natural water cycle and the importance to use water with responsibility.

detail of the drinking fountain.

the logo of styria (styrian panther) is engraved on the bottom surface of the water basin.

the natural stone elements can be adapted to certain regions; this enhances the integration of the well in existing town square structures and buildings.

a wide range of usages is possible, relaxing, drinking and playing are just a few of them.

impression of the well on an styrian town square.

impression in front of a styrian palace.

the well positioned in a park area.

main dimensions of the well and the bench.

section drawing of the well, it is able to operate with electricity as well as without.