There’s nothing quite like a bit of public artwork to brighten up a gloomy winter day, hey? And considering we’re having a fair few of those at the moment, it’s pretty perfect timing that a brand new immersive art experience has just arrived in the capital city. And it’s completely free to visit.
The new audio-visual, three-dimensional installation has transformed three of London’s iconic red telephone boxes into impressive works of art, using interconnected LED screens and a whole lot of rather impressive digital elements.
Trialogue
Becoming the latest addition to Wembley Park’s admirable public artwork offering, Trialogue has been created by the innovative digital artists, Greenaway & Greenaway. The experience weaves together waveform animations, abstract sound representations, speech-to-text visualisation, and emotion mapping (see, I told you there was a lot of impressive digital elements involved). The bespoke, site-specific piece aims to inspire visitors to reflect on the ever-changing nature of communication in the digital era.
The installation has breathed new life into the three Grade II listed K6 phone boxes. The boxes were initially installed in the 1930s but were removed for many decades before being restored in 2019. They now sit nestled between two of London’s best-loved venues, the OVO Arena Wembley and – of course – Wembley Stadium.
Trialogue has been commissioned as part of Wembley Park‘s ongoing commitment to integrate art into its public spaces. Their vibrant art trail now features over 25 colourful and creative pieces of public artwork. Each of which visitors can explore and admire, without paying a penny.
Jude and Jolyon Greenaway said: “Our best projects are those that allow us to explore the boundaries of our craft. ‘Trialogue’ gave us the unique opportunity to create a site-specific installation that honours the history of these iconic phone boxes while reinterpreting them for today’s audience. It’s a three-way conversation between heritage, innovation, and human connection. ‘Trialogue’ invites viewers to reflect on how communication has evolved while remaining deeply rooted in shared cultural symbols.”
Trialogue will be on public display in Arena Square until March, 2025.