The Backstory: Bureaucracy and Shifting Winds
This project was a masterclass in professional endurance. The initial hurdle involved incredibly grueling negotiations with the building's residents, who were firmly focused on practical infrastructure and demanded that we insulate their wall rather than paint a mural.
Once clearance was secured, the environmental battle began. The massive height combined with heavy, unpredictable wind gusts constantly rocked the two roof cradle lifts. Furthermore, the structural condition of the facade was volatile; several sections were heavily covered in old bitumen, requiring deep consolidation priming to stop the underlying concrete from crumbling beneath the artwork.
The Concept: Zero Room for Error
The core narrative focuses on fluid movement, direction, and our collective transition toward an EU future. To respect the architectural history of the site, I deliberately chose not to apply a solid background, forcing the artwork to intertwine directly with the weathered texture of the bare wall.
The execution carried a high-stakes challenge: there was absolutely no room for error. Given the environmental conditions, using a projector for structural layout was impossible. The entire massive composition was rendered completely freehand, relying strictly on raw muscle memory and spatial judgment. Spending 6 full days on the wall, working nonstop from early morning until late evening, cemented this piece as one of the most physically and technically demanding projects in my portfolio.