Independently from culture, time or location, multiple communities erected pillars which pierced the sky. Egyptian obelisks, European menhirs and tribal totems represent mystical relationships with a spirit-being, such as animals or plants, and marked a place for rituals and ceremonies linking humanity with the natural world. In turn, these structures interact with a given group or an individual and serve as their emblem or symbol.

This installation is a universal monument emphasizing the interdependent relationship between man and nature through architectural elegance and sacredness. The pitched roof is a well-known archetype and could be traced back to the primitive hut. For this project it is turned into a symbol generating a unique and universal sacredness which does not refer to any specific culture, religion or country. Contrary to multiple other monuments, The MonoXylon (Mono = single, Xylon = wood or tree) is a quest for a timelessness and abstractness which will unite people rather than dividing them.

Even though they seem rooted, monuments have always travelled the globe and are vessels to communicate and tell stories. As a modular structure, the Monoxylon can—just like ancient monuments—be moved to new places to become the icon for a new local community.

The attached document includes technical drawings for a tower of 21,0m and one of 10,5m height to show its flexibility. Depending on location, budget and context, the sculpture can be upscaled or downscaled.