2024 | Professional

MUSE Design Awards Silver Winner

Earth Ripple

Entrant Company

RELM, Inc/SALT Landscape Architects

Category

Landscape Design - Concept Design

Client's Name

Country / Region

United States

In the heart of the Nevada desert, a landscape marked by the echoes of war and the scars of nuclear testing lies in silence. The Ripple Memorial aims to breathe new life into this decommissioned site, turning remnants of destruction into symbols of hope and renewal.



This innovative project envisions the hundreds of bomb craters as more than marks of history; they will form a graceful ripple pattern across the land, embodying the far-reaching impacts of nuclear weaponry. Each crater contributes to this flowing design, evoking the idea that every action creates waves with profound consequences for both earth and humanity.



At the center of this ripple formation will float a striking silver balloon, a soft and delicate symbol of healing. Its reflective surface will shimmer in the sunlight, resembling a droplet creating ripples on water, inviting visitors to pause and reflect on the past while envisioning a future free from destruction.



The Ripple Memorial not only commemorates the historical significance of nuclear testing but also emphasizes the need for ecological restoration. By transforming a site of devastation into a landscape of beauty, the project seeks to heal the ground itself, honoring the land that has endured so much.



Ultimately, the Ripple Memorial stands as a testament to resilience and renewal, reminding us that even in the wake of destruction, softness and hope can emerge, inspiring reflection and a commitment to a more peaceful future.

Credits

RELM, INC.
Xinlei Gu
SALT Landscape Architects
Yumeng Yan
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