On the creative process, animator Joe Blaxland said –
“This has been the most challenging and most enjoyable video I have worked on. It was fun having to think hard about what visuals I could use that would be engaging for the viewer whilst staying true to Tom’s script. A lot of graft went into the design and I think that has paid off.”
The music and sound design, created by Josh Elliott, is predominantly composed of wooden instruments, including an African Marimba. He also set about creating his own forest of ‘woody’ sounds. Josh worked hard to intuitively reflect the timber qualities in the animation.
The use of various woody grains in the visuals, paired up with the natural soundscape hammers home wood’s sustainable credentials. ‘Will we all Live in ‘Plyscrapers’ in the Future?’ portrays the instinctive attraction and aesthetic benefits of using wood in our homes and buildings.
On seeing the finished film, broadcaster Tom Heap said –
“It is absolutely stunning. I am blown away. Some inspired creative moments. And the sound design is really thoughtful. Just looking at it on screen made me feel good.”
BBC Ideas Executive Editor, Bethan Jinkinson, says –
“I’ve really enjoyed watching this film take shape, and I am absolutely thrilled with how it’s turned out.”
‘Will we all Live in ‘Plyscrapers in the Future?’, and the rest of the ‘Rethink the Future’ series, is available to watch now on BBC iPlayer.