CODAworx member Daniel Canogar has unveiled a major new public art commission, Shuttle, at the Red Sea International Airport (RSI) in Saudi Arabia’s Tabuk Province. The mesmerizing installation welcomes travelers with a dynamic, data-driven sculpture that bridges regional heritage and contemporary digital art.
Suspended within the airport’s expansive architecture, Shuttle is a generative artwork inspired by Sadu weaving, the traditional textile practice developed by Bedouin women of the Arabian Peninsula. Historically used to create tents, furnishings, and ceremonial objects, Sadu’s bold geometric language becomes the conceptual foundation for Canogar’s luminous, spiraling form.
Using custom algorithms and digital tools, Canogar reimagines this cultural tradition through motion and light. The animated surface of Shuttle responds to environmental data, translating real-world inputs into shifting patterns and colors influenced by the natural beauty of the Red Sea landscape. As the sculpture continuously evolves, it offers passengers a living visual experience rather than a static object.
Installed in one of the region’s newest international gateways, Shuttle demonstrates how public art can define a sense of place while embracing innovation. By weaving together technology, storytelling, and local identity, Daniel Canogar’s commission transforms the airport into a cultural arrival point—showcasing the power of contemporary public art to connect travelers with the spirit of a destination.