Inauguration of the new Bagneux metro station

Infrastructure that has been long awaited

The arrival of a new metro line brings about lasting changes to daily life in a city. To mark this milestone, Bagneux wanted to organise a major public event that would bring residents together to celebrate this significant step forward for their daily journeys.

• 04Enlarge : Inauguration of the new Bagneux metro station, Bagneux (vue 4 sur 4)

Mapping and sound and light to tell the story of a city undergoing change

Celesta devised a light display and video mapping installation showcasing the area around the station, combining images of the construction site with projections looking to the future. The artistic approach was to highlight the urban transformation rather than simply staging a bonfire.

Working near a public works site

The opening of a transport infrastructure project requires close coordination with the relevant operators and local authorities, as well as strict compliance with areas still in operation or undergoing final works. The production schedule has been aligned with the – often tight – timetable for the official opening.

A highlight to mark a new chapter in the city’s development

Organising a show to mark the opening of a transport infrastructure project enables the local community to turn a technical event into a moment of collective pride. It is a way of highlighting – and celebrating – a public investment that makes a tangible difference to residents’ lives.