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Location: Kyiv, Ukraine
Completed: 2021

Interactive Fountain
“World of Birds”

Location: Kyiv, Ukraine
Completed: 2021

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An Interactive Public Art Installation Brought to Life through Water, Light, and Sound
The World of Birds fountain is more than just a points of attraction, it is a symphony of nature embodied in steel, water, and light. This installation transports visitors into a realm where the urban landscape merges with the wild, where they can hear birdsong, witness the movement of water, and feel the soft mist that creates the sensation of an early morning in a protected forest sanctuary.
At the center of the fountain stands a magnificent metal tree, soaring 8.5 meters high with a canopy spanning over 9 meters. It absorbs the light of day and transforms at night into a radiant symbol of life. Its structure is coated with automotive paint and protected with a special lacquer, giving it depth of color and a lifelike texture.
The tree’s branches cradle 361 birds, each equipped with an internal lighting system. As night falls, they come alive, glowing softly, reminiscent of nature’s magic hidden within the city’s embrace.
But the most remarkable aspect of this fountain is its interactivity—it lives and responds to people.

The Art of Moving Water
The World of Birds fountain captures the fluid beauty of natural water movements. Within its expansive 20-meter-wide basin, 24 stainless steel birds—swans, storks, herons, pelicans, and ducks—gracefully float or stand still, just as they would in their natural habitat. These birds create a strikingly realistic illusion of a living water ecosystem.
Surrounding the central tree are eight special water jets, their movements mimicking the rhythmic flapping of giant wings. These dynamic elements generate the impression of air currents, as if a flock of birds is about to take flight.
Thirty high-speed foam jets inject energy into the installation, while a separate misting system envelops the fountain in a delicate haze, deepening the feeling of an untouched natural landscape. More than a simple decorative feature, the mist turns the fountain into a natural spectacle, intensifying the sense of wonder.

The Living Acoustics of Nature
World of Birds is not just a visual masterpiece—it is an immersive auditory experience. Integrated into the design is a sound system that plays authentic natural sounds: the gentle murmur of water, the whisper of the wind, and a chorus of birdsong echoing from the tree’s branches.
This audio landscape enhances the feeling of total immersion, as visitors are transported into a tranquil wildlife sanctuary where humans and nature exist in perfect harmony.

Interactivity – A Fountain That Comes to Life with People
The fountain awakens when people approach.
Around its basin, interactive sensor buttons invite visitors to engage with the installation and trigger various sequences of motion and light.
When a single person steps on a button, the fountain responds with a subtle shift—a light glows, a soft water melody begins, or a single jet comes to life.
When multiple visitors engage at once, a breathtaking spectacle unfolds—water erupts into the air, mist spreads across the surface, birds shimmer with light, and the sounds of the forest grow louder, evoking the dawn of a new day in the wild.
The World of Birds fountain is not just a water feature; it is an interactive public art installation that invites people to become part of a living ecosystem, where every movement and sound is a note in a greater symphony of harmony.

The Enchantment of Light at Night
As darkness falls, the World of Birds fountain transforms. With 525 specially designed lights, the fountain becomes an awe-inspiring spectacle, turning the tree into a luminous beacon of life.
Colors ripple across the water, creating mesmerizing reflections. The lighting pulses gently, mirroring the breath of nature itself. In this moment, the fountain evolves into a true focal point, captivating both residents and visitors alike.

A Fountain That Redefines the City
The World of Birds fountain is more than just an enhancement to the urban environment—it is philosophy in motion. It serves as a reminder of nature’s fragility, its beauty, and the power of human interaction with the natural world.
This public art installation will become a new city landmark, a place where people can experience unity with nature, make a wish beneath the glowing birds, and become part of a living masterpiece.
Step onto the button. Feel the flight. Listen as the city fills with the breath of nature.