P008 → rhizomatic connection

A RHIZOMATIC ORIENTATION TOWARDS UTOPIA
Rhizomes, in a philosophical context, refer to a concept introduced by Gilles Deleuze and Félix Guattari in their book “A Thousand Plateaus.” Originally a botanical term for a type of plant stem that grows horizontally and can produce new shoots and roots, Deleuze and Guattari use it metaphorically to describe non-hierarchical, networked systems of thought and organization.

As the objective for our bachelorproject was to create a commons, rhizomes as such made me reflect on today’s society. Framing this concept in a philosophical commons emphasizes the importance of shared, decentralized, and interconnected systems. This approach challenges traditional hierarchies and promotes a more inclusive, resilient, and dynamic way of thinking and organizing communities. By embracing the principles of the rhizome, the commons can thrive as a space for collective growth, diverse contributions, and adaptive resilience.

The intersectional nature of the rhizome inspired the deconstruction of the parc, returning it to nature and the community. In this context, the rhizomatic structure is denser in areas with more hardened surfaces and buildings, and less dense in other areas. This structure is divided into 67 squares, each corresponding to a tattoo. For every square tattooed on someone, the corresponding piece of the park will be deconstructed and returned to the community and nature. Making parc Reine Verte an example of this new way to rethink and reclaim public space.

This action embodies the principles of the commons, deconstructing the existing environment to move towards an ideal world. By transforming the public space into a community space, we foster a more inclusive, resilient, and interconnected urban environment.
The action becomes the common by deconstructing the world in orientation of utopia.