Light Meets Sky: James Turrell’s Tower Transforms Zouz

In the quiet village of Zouz, Switzerland, James Turrell has carved a celestial experience into the alpine landscape with his striking Skyspace Tower. Known for his lifelong exploration of light, perception, and space, Turrell has created a contemplative chamber that frames the sky as a living artwork. Visitors enter the cylindrical structure and step into a minimalist interior where an opening in the ceiling — the oculus — directs the eye upward. Here, natural light becomes the medium, shifting with the time of day and weather, creating a meditative connection between earth and cosmos. At dawn and dusk, colored light sequences heighten the sensory experience, as subtle transitions play against the changing sky, making the space feel both intimate and infinite. This Skyspace in Zouz is not just a sculpture or an installation — it’s an invitation to slow down, observe, and rediscover the poetry of the sky. Blending art, architecture, and landscape, Turrell’s tower stands as a beacon of stillness and wonder in the Swiss Alps.

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