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


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.




