Sculpt Me Point by Marti Guixé
Marti Guixé
Sculpt Me Point, 2008
Sculpt Me Point is a simple and playful public installation that invites people to take part in shaping it. The piece consists of a large stone placed in the middle of a circular bench, with a hammer and chisel ready to use. Visitors can sit, observe, and carve into the stone themselves. Over time, the object slowly changes, shaped by many different people.
The project is not about a finished object but about the experience. It encourages interaction, creativity, and participation. First shown in Amsterdam in 2008, it reflects the idea that design can stay open and continue to evolve through its users.
Martí Guixé focuses mainly on ideas rather than final objects. His work often starts with quick, expressive sketches, and the final result is just one possible outcome among many. He frequently uses simple, everyday, or low-cost materials.
Sculpt Me Point is a clear example of his approach: playful, open, and not fully “finished.” The stone is full of potential, and the title itself invites people to take action and be creative.
Since 2001, Guixé has described himself as an “ex-designer,” questioning the limits of traditional design. Although trained as an interior designer, his work spans many fields, including products, exhibitions, food concepts, and commercial projects. His practice often explores themes like consumption, choice, and how people interact with objects and systems.
Rather than focusing only on form, Guixé is interested in changing how people think and engage. His projects often require user participation. Examples include his collaborations with Camper, the DIY concept Do Frame (2000), and Food Facility (2005), a project imagining a restaurant where meals are ordered from different take-away places and brought together in one shared space.
