Light Bulb Bench
Artist
Ries Niemi
MediumGalvanized steel, cast and fabricated aluminum
Dimensions90 x 130 x 96 in. (228.6 x 330.2 x 243.8 cm)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineSeattle City Light 1% for Art funds
Description: An outdoor bench located near the sidewalk along the west end of the facility, this sculpture reused a number of cast aluminum light bulbs and switches from the original “bench” at Creston Nelson, which adorn the back of the seating element. The framework resembles transmission towers, with an outlet plate serving as a coffee table in front. A semi-circular pathway of recycled brick was laid under the bench with the assistance of the City Light landscape crew, using brick removed from the building to make a doorway located close to the bench.
Location: City Light North Service Center, 1300 N. 97th Street Seattle, WA 98103