MacEwan University Wild Rose

MacEwan University Wild Rose

In collaboration with Rewaste, Onetwosix designed and built a wild rose–inspired sculpture for MacEwan University, transforming 620 pounds of recycled plastic into a bold public artwork celebrating creativity, sustainability, and community.

Client

MacEwan University

Scope

Creative direction, 3D CAD modeling, plastic welding, custom millwork

Materials

HDPE plastic, wood

Collaborators

@onetwosix
Wild rose sculptures made from HDPE plastic in the entrance of a building

Turning Recycled Plastic Into a Symbol of Alberta

Working alongside Rewaste, our team transformed 620 pounds of recycled plastic into a collection of oversized wild rose forms. The material gave the sculpture a meaningful second life, turning post-consumer waste into something expressive, durable, and highly visible. Onetwosix led the creative direction and translated the initial concept into a buildable three-dimensional design through detailed CAD modelling. Each component was carefully developed, fabricated, and assembled using plastic-welding techniques, supported by custom millwork that provided the structure and stability needed for the finished installation. The result is a distinctive sculpture that connects material, place, and purpose. More than a decorative feature, it demonstrates how thoughtful design and collaborative fabrication can transform discarded materials into an engaging public experience.

Close up of wild rose flower pedals made of HDPE plastic
Close up image of plastic welding on a wild rose stem made from HDPE plastic
Wild rose sculptures made from HDPE plastic in the entrance of a building

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The next big moment

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The next big moment

starts right here.