Development of a participatory installation for public spaces, supported by canadian cities member of the UNESCO creative cities network

Magical Mushrooms invites users to engage in a fresh urban folklore. It transforms four public spaces into enchanting sensory playgrounds. Historically, the forest was used as an escape — Magical Mushrooms brings the mystery of the forest into daily life. The mushrooms emit a continuous glow. When approached, the light intensifies and shifts its colours, mimicking mycelium communication. Once activated, a magical melodic sound fills the air—emulating sounds of mushrooms in the forest. Unifying the experience, inscribed folklore adorns the forest logs, adding another layer of intricacy and wonder.

The project integrates literature, design, media arts, and music to provide a quiet respite from busy city life. Magical Mushrooms recreates nature's playground inviting all ages and abilities to participate in its magical, calming sensory environment.