Arboralis Luminarium
Arborialis has the natural world for inspiration. Immersion in an arboreal world of tree-like forms and abundant leaf motifs.
Arborialis, as the name suggests, is dedicated to the theme of ‘trees’. Trees can be seen in structural forms and in graphic representation. Arborialis echos aspects of being lost in a forest – there are radiant canopies of leaves that stretch overhead, there are vibrant tree trunks rising from the ground beneath.
The Main Dome frames the leaf motif in a magnificent cupola that references the form of the Islamic mosque domes that are one of Architect of Air’s primary sources of inspiration.
Please note:
- Book your entry time in advance to reduce queues. Tickets are available on the day, if the pre-booked ticket have sold out.
- Time in the Luminarium is limited to 20 minutes at busy periods, but longer if there is no queue. Due to the special setting of this event, audience members who wish to enter the structure will be asked to remove their shoes.
- Children under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by an adult (1 adult to 4 children). Babies (0-18months) are free to enter the Luminarium with an adult and do not require a baby ticket.
- Arboralis is accessible to wheelchair users and anyone with mobility issues.
Cathedral Meadow
LOCATION INFO
Directions: From Gulbenkian walk across the Gulbenkian Lawn with the large library building on your right. Just past the small, round Senate Building is Cathedral Meadow. You will see the Luminarium and a view of Canterbury Cathedral.
Allow 5 minutes to walk from Gulbenkian Arts Centre. Access to the Meadow is via steps outside the Senate Building, or you can follow the path further to find a ramp down.
