French Building Becomes A Glowing Pinball Game

French Building Becomes A Glowing Pinball Game

22 December 2011 13:34:07 GMT

A stunning building at the best of times, the beautiful Theatre des Celestins in Lyon was brought to life with light this month as it became a centrepiece of the Lyon Festival des Lumieres. The grand building was transformed into a giant interactive pinball machine as light was projected onto its' facade turning its' stunning features into bumpers and obstacles to become part of the game.

The interactive projection is the brain child of Carol Martin and Thibout Berbezier of French special effects company CT Light and encourages viewers to take part in the game using controls located close to the projection booth. Brilliant fun and a fabulous sight, the giant pinball projection "Urban Flipper" uses 3D projection mapping technology and was even accompanied by retro pinball sounds.

The funky project was part Lyon's Annual Festival of Lights that takes part on the 8th December every year to celebrate The Mother Mary and is famous for its' residents placing lit candles in their homes creating a dreamlike, mystical atmosphere. The latest installation however brought the festival right up to date in spectacular style!