Bostik, Inc., and Artaic Innovative Mosaic, creator of architecturally compelling mosaics using its patented American robotic production, have announced more exciting news about their upcoming “Design ‘N Gather (DNG)” Mosaic Mural Design Competition,
Bostik and Artaic’s Global Design Competition Includes Winning Mosaic Mural to be Permanently Installed at MGM Grand, Las Vegas!
Bostik, Inc., a world leader in specialty adhesives and installation systems for building construction materials, and Artaic Innovative Mosaic, creator of architecturally compelling mosaics using its patented American robotic production, have announced more exciting news about their upcoming “Design ‘N Gather (DNG)” Mosaic Mural Design Competition, for which top architectural designers have submitted one-of-a-kind mosaic mural designs.
According to Scott Banda, Director of Marketing of Bostik’s Consumer and Construction Business Unit, “The winning mosaic masterpiece will be produced and then, permanently installed as a 20' x 8' backlit wall at Wet Republic, MGM Grand Las Vegas’ wildly popular poolside bar and patio area. If that’s not exciting enough, it will first be unveiled May 5th during HD Expo at Bostik’s Hospitality Pavilion at the “Party by the Pool, the exposition’s legendary poolside celebration.
Banda continued. “Already, some of the world’s top designers have submitted designs to portray our requested theme, which must depict the energy, life and essence of Las Vegas. In addition to the Grand Prize, which will be a free trip for two to Paris, the ten top finalists will receive many terrific prizes, as well“.
Designs from the top ten finalists will be on display at the “Bostik Gallery Lounge” at HD Expo ‘16, the premier hospitality design tradeshow held at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, May 4-6 of this year. Each of the mosaics from these top ten finalists will also be on display at the Bostik VIP Hospitality Pavilion at The Party By The Pool. As the sun sets on this party, these backlit mosaic masterpieces will come to life!
From there, the gallery of finalists will then move to AIA Convention 2016 in Philadelphia, May 19-21, the global architectural trade event which features more than 170,000 square feet of booths, galleries and highly attended architectural continuing education credits (CEU) presentations/tours. “The winner’s mosaic design work, as well as the other nine finalists, will be seen both inside the show at Bostik’s Gallery Lounge, and at The Party At The Market. Bostik is the marquee sponsor of this exciting event that is set to dominate Reading Terminal, a local landmark in the city of Philadelphia. All of our activities at these event will be highly publicized globally, “ Banda stated.
Ted Acworth, Founder & CEO of Artaic added, “All entrants have submitted their designs as a 20' x 8' backlit feature wall. The Grand Prize winner will be fully constructed and on display at the Bostik Hospitality Pavilion at HD Expo. All submissions have been designed using Artaic’s Tessera™ design software and fabricated using the firm’s robotic manufacturing technology. Bostik’s Dimension™ Pre-Mixed, Glass-Filled Grout (which is available in 15 designer colors) must be used as the final design element of the mosaic. We’re excited to unveil the winning mosaic mural in Las Vegas at HD Expo on May 5th… and then to have it permanently installed at the MGM Grand’s Wet Republic. This underscores our overall mission, which is to re-introduce Mosaic Design to the commercial construction sector on a global scale.”
“Today’s top hospitality designers are referring to Dimension™ RapidCure™ as ‘another great design element,’” concluded Scott Banda. “We know creative mosaic tile designs for hospitality installations are increasing in popularity. That’s why designers are insisting upon Dimension™ RapidCure™ Grout! Using this as the last step of the mosaic installation process ensures that outstanding, robotic productions by Artaic will not only be stunning… they will also last for decade after decade. We sought out the best, most innovative, ultra-creative designs for our competition. We cannot wait to unveil the Grand Prize winner and also, display the ten finalists. We are proud to be partnering with Artaic in bringing back Mosaic Mural Design.”
For more information about the competition: Design ‘N Gather
More information: Artaic Innovative Mosaic
About Bostik, an Arkema company
Bostik, a subsidiary of the Arkema Group and a global player in specialty adhesives for the construction, consumer and industrial markets, develops innovative and multifunctional sealing and bonding solutions that have been shaping our daily lives for over 130 years. With an annual sales of 2.1 billion euros in 2019 and a presence in more than 40 countries 6,000 employees, the company is committed to meeting the major ecological, energy and technological challenges through its innovations. It is focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence to meet the expectations of its customers and partners. www.bostik.com .
About Arkema
Building on its unique set of expertise in materials science, Arkema offers a world-leading technology portfolio to address ever-growing demand for new and sustainable materials. With the ambition to become in 2024 a pure player in Specialty Materials, the Group is structured into three complementary, resilient and highly innovative segments dedicated to Specialty Materials – Adhesive Solutions, Advanced Materials and Coating Solutions – accounting for some 80% of Group sales, and a well-positioned and competitive Intermediates segment. Arkema offers cutting-edge technological solutions to meet the challenges of, inter alia, new energies, access to water, recycling, urbanization and mobility, and fosters a permanent dialogue with all its stakeholders. The Group reported sales of €8.7 billion in 2019, and operates in some 55 countries with 20,500 employees worldwide. www.arkema.com.