Art and the power of daylight

Light Time Elevation © 2023 EPFL Opening today, the new exhibition of EPFL Pavilions "Lighten Up! On Biology and Time" uses the lens of art to explore the connection of living organisms with the natural cycle of light and dark. Nineteen installations highlight the urgency of reconnecting to the outdoor environment and remind us of the importance of regular light exposure. Through a striking variety of forms and experiences, Lighten Up! employs art to explore our connection to light and the crucial role of circadian rhythms. Nineteen artworks by renowned artists and architects celebrate the power and beauty of daylight, introduce us to the secrets of biological clocks, offer alternative representations of time, or probe the mysteries of sleep and dreams. Essence of Light Three installations lead the visitors to reflect on the very nature of light. Throughout the day, the mesmerising optical devices of Embodied Light by American artist James Carpenter, allow us to interact with and immerse ourselves into the changing qualities of the luminous environment. By beaming sunlight into a dark room, Your circadian embrace by Icelandic-Danish artist Olafur Eliasson uses the dynamics of the sun's path to make the observer's unique position on earth explicit as the planet revolves.