Consisting of 10 modular objects that read and function both as trees and as houses, Julia Morison’s work can be engaged with and explored on many levels.

IMAGE: Julia Morison, Tree Houses for Swamp Dwellers, 2013. Image courtesy of SCAPE Public Art & the artist.

About the artwork

Tree Houses for Swamp Dwellers incorporates light and plant forms, creating spaces within itself for reflection and play. This significant legacy piece can be reconfigured and relocated within in Ōtautahi Christchurch City.

Commissioned by: The Christchurch City Council

Produced by: SCAPE Public Art

Generously supported by:  The Christchurch City Council, Todd Foundation, Hawkins Construction, Anderson Lloyd Lawyers, Aotea Electrical, CCDU, CERA, Creative New Zealand, Energy Light, Fulton Hhogan, JB Joinery, Powerbase, Radcliffe Electrical, RCP, The Press, Ashby’s Ready Mixed, Cosgroves, Farrell Construction, Hilton Haulage, J A Schneiderman Family Trust, Lewis Bradford Consulting Engineers, Libor Group, Metal by Design, Nuplex Construction Products, Orion, Peter Baker Transport, Placemakers, Resene, Rowlands Builders, Steel & Tube Reinforcing Division, Vulcan Steel.