"Nurture" injects an element of surprise into urban life, brings to life the hidden layers of the park, carries a spark of better environmental quality, inspires the imagination, and opens the window to what else is possible.
NURTURE
Title: Nurture (Sculptural Seating Group)
Artist: Beatriz A. Mayorca
Year: 2018
Location: Hightower Park, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Commissioning Body: Downtown OKC Partnership
Materials:
Line-X Ultra-coated steel backrests
Cast- and polished-concrete seating bases with embedded glass mosaic tile inlays.
Stainless-steel mounting hardware
Context:
Nurture series blends functional public seating with sculptural design. Its angled planes, bold colors, and handcrafted mosaic details activate the walking path while offering a comfortable, accessible resting point for pedestrians. The historic Hightower Building provides the architectural backdrop, underscoring the integration of contemporary public art into the city’s heritage landscape.
