The form develops from an abstract thought of a working hourglass, frozen in time. The shell is an organic and asymmetric form of this hourglass, with the core resembling water droplets. The designed form is an illusion that flows from the intended hourglass shape to a more fluidic one, giving a multi-directional visual experience. The shell is half-filled to create an optical balance that is a commentary on time and water never truly being empty or full, but always in motion. The historic context played a big part in deriving this idea, as St John's Gate stands the test of time and is a striking contrast to our contemporary approach.

The installation is simple and self-sustaining, as it is independent of any mechanical systems and uses recyclable metals. A metal mesh creates the dynamic form that highlights the transparent nature of water, allowing viewers to see through the installation. Both halves of the hourglass are partially filled with metallic ‘droplets’ of varying sizes. These droplets aim to symbolise the reflectivity of water, creating a play of light and shadows, which mirrors its surroundings within itself. This makes the context a part of the installation, allowing its identity to adapt to its location.

While the mesh is effortlessly weightless due to its visual transparency, the spheres also achieve a sense of lightness despite its volume. The installation is further defined by a gradient of blue, beginning at the base and merging with the original metallic colour at the top. This strengthens the identity of the form while retaining its transparency, keeping the surrounding visuals undisturbed.

The installation acknowledges that water, like time, is dynamic and timeless if dealt sustainably. By focusing on the details of the form and materials, we intend to celebrate water as an ode to life that continues to the end of time, conscious of the wellbeing of all around it.