Graphic design students have had their artwork put into pavements as part of a project to improve public spaces.
Asphalt designs and plaques have been unveiled in the ground in Thornton Road in the city’s University Quarter after they were designed by the 15 students from Staffordshire University.
Swirling designs and plaques depicting life in the community are among the art that has been fixed into the ground. One image shows a tree that morphs into a community group while another includes words that aim to inspire.
First year graphic design student Helen Player, who was chosen to design one of the plaques, said: “I saw this project as a great opportunity to see a piece of my artwork displayed in public. I regularly walk along this road to get to the Leek Road campus and was excited about the prospect of seeing the street more visually exciting to walk down.”
The project was funded by Renew North Staffordshire with support from the council and the university.
Joanne Tyzzer, the city council’s assistant director of city regeneration, said: “This is a fantastic example of the work Renew North Staffordshire has achieved to help improve city spaces and create innovative public areas.”
University vice chancellor Paul Richards said: “The project plays a significant part in improving pedestrian access between university and college sites and transforming the streetscape. We are delighted that our student artworks are such an integral part of this transformational project.”
The project has been designed so that more artwork can be added a later date.