“Light our Vision” (LOV for short) is more than just a visual spectacle: It’s the expression of our shared vision for Chemnitz. It’s an impetus to rethink how we use our public spaces and an invitation to work together to shape the design of our city. It’s where people come together, experience Chemnitz in a new light and get inspired by creative ideas. The city centre will become the backdrop for experiences and visions whose impact will radiate far beyond the Festival.

The Festival focuses on the artistic reinterpretation of places that have previously received little attention. Named by the organiser Baukultur für Chemnitz e. V., Marienplatz (Mary’s Square), an undeveloped 20,000 square metre area in the heart of the city, is the focus of attention. It connects the area around the Rathaus (Town Hall) with Theaterplatz (Theatre Square) and the main station. Our vision is to revitalise this once thriving hub through architecture.

The area offers the potential to create a Bilbao Effect for Chemnitz. A grand architectural idea will see the square develop an impressive radiance, which in turn will boost the city’s international appeal.

LOV makes these visions tangible through the medium of light. Light our Vision is already transforming “non-places” into “phenomenon places”.