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LUKISKES SQUARE
 
Architect: Vladas Balsys
Project’s organizer: Vilnius City Municipality and Group of Architects "Punktas".
Project’s form: urbanistic project, workshop of creation, exhibition.
Address of square: in the midst of Gedimino avenue, Vasario 16-osios and J. Tumo Vaizganto streets in Vilnius.
Date: 2007
 
ABOUT PROJECT
 
1. Should a traditionally perceived sculptural monument to Freedom stand in the square?
 A traditional sculptural monument should not stand in the square.
2. What functions besides memorial one could be developed in the square? Perhaps there exist alternative
forms which may embody the symbol of Freedom?
 The main function of the square is to represent the idea of freedom (free thought) and independence.
I suppose temporary art projects involving the townspeople as well should be implemented in this square.
3. What mood should the space of the Lukiskiu Square create?
 Mood – the sense of freedom.
4. What colours, textures, materials and objects should predominate in the square?
 As many natural materials should be used in the square as possible. The main material – water.
5. What part of the square should be occupied by plants?
  I believe the most part of plants should be replaced by a large quantity of water.
6. Should the space of Lukiskiu Square be solid or visually divided into several parts?
 The space of Lukiskiu Square is a solid, smooth, organic, natural and minimalist.
7. Is it possible to build houses in Lukiskiu Square?
 It is not possible to build houses in Lukiskiu Square.
 
Form filled in on 10-02-2007

© Vladas Balsys / 2007-2012