Interior Health's head office in Kelowna is now home to a unique art installation.
The 13-foot-tall, 600 pound piece is titled 'Flower' and sits at the intersection of Doyle and Ellis streets.
“To wish someone good health, we often give them flowers,” said Brad Hindson, part of the team of artists behind the artwork.
“But a flower is only a single part of a living plant system. The health of the flower is like the health of a human being: dependent on all its systems. This representation of a Mariposa Lily, an Indigenous flower of the Okanagan, is presented with its roots at the top of the sculpture, symbolizing a contemporary approach to healthcare, a celebration of the people who underpin our healthcare system.”
A collaboration between City of Kelowna, Interior Health and funding partner Bentall Green Oak, the piece was explained in-depth with a YouTube video featuring the artists involved.
Mayor Colin Basran says this piece is a great addition to the City’s public art collection.
“Flower is a piece for our time,” said Mayor Basran.
“Animating our public spaces has never felt more important. Not only does it add vibrancy and character to the downtown, it serves as a symbol for both our healthcare workers and anyone accessing services at Interior Health during these challenging times.”
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