A new sculpture created by an East Devon artist aims to bring optimism to new local centre.
A new Local Centre is shortly to be completed on a major mixed-use development close to Exeter Science Park. The Tithebarn Local Centre will be a focal point for the community.
A new sculpture will form the central feature in the landscaped area of the Tithebarn Local Centre. The sculpture named ‘Chaetonotus’ (pronounced ‘key-toe-no-tus’), has been created by East Devon artist, Martin Staniforth. Its curvy form of has been designed to echo the shapes of tiny creatures living in nearby ponds. The ponds form part of the Sustainable Urban Drainage System, on the opposite side of Hutchings Drive in the Redhayes green corridor. The five connected ponds manage surface water run-off during wet periods and are also home to tiny creatures including the Chaetonotus at only 1.5 mm long, These organisms filter bacteria from sediment helping ecosystems to function healthily.
The sculpture took many months to create, and the final casting took place at The Lost Foundry near Axminster.
The sculpture has been funded by Exeter-based, Eagle One Limited, developer of the new Local Centre, and was selected with the help of Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) in Honiton.
The Tithebarn Local Centre, developed by Eagle One, includes a convenience store, café, play area, multi-use games area, pocket park, public square, sport pitches, and landscaping. All construction works have been delivered by local firms Devon Contractors Ltd and Pavilion Construction Ltd.
The Centre forms part of a broader, mixed-use development which will include over 1,600 dwellings, once completed. It is located at Tithebarn Way, Exeter, EX5 2FN.
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