Folkestone Triennial 2014: 'Lookout' Theme Guides Site-Specific Art in Coastal Regeneration

Curated by Lewis Biggs, the 2014 Folkestone Triennial showcases 20 new artworks under the theme 'Lookout' in Folkestone, Kent. This third edition aims to bolster the Creative Foundation's cultural revitalization initiatives. Notable installations comprise Tim Etchells' neon artwork in the abandoned harbour railway station, Emma Hart's ceramic sculptures in a vacant apartment, and Alex Hartley's climbing platform at the Grand Burstin Hotel. Additionally, Pablo Bronstein crafted a Baroque lighthouse tribute to Nicholas Hawksmoor. The £1.5 million redesign of Payers Park by muf architecture/art emerged from community workshops. Other highlights include Marjetica Potrč and Ooze Architects' wind-powered elevator, Something and Son's fish & chips greenhouse, and the water tower sculptures by Diane Dever and Jonathan Wright. Public events feature the 'Imagined Cities' conference (October 11-12) and 'The Sculpture Question' conference (November 1-2), with some artworks set to remain permanently.