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If you’ve been searching for a blog that dives into public art fabrication and large-scale placemaking, you’ve just found the perfect spot. From time to time, we have something interesting to share. This blog will contain opinions, ideas, insights, unchecked facts and undoubtedly a few typos. We hope you are as forgiving of our flaws as you are generous for stopping to read this.
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Temporary Art is reshaping public art. What This Says About Our Relationship With Permanence
Commitment isn’t just about how long an artwork lasts. It’s about where it shows up, who it serves, and how much trust institutions are willing to place in artists and communities.
Temporary art, at its best, isn’t a placeholder. It’s a testing ground. A way to activate spaces, redistribute resources, and invite voices that don’t always fit neatly into permanent commissioning frameworks.
Marcus Guillard
Feb 24 min read
Public Art Ribbon Cutting Celebration, Mareas by Ana Teresa Fernández
On January 15, 2026, we celebrated the unveiling of Mareas by Ana Teresa Fernández, a new permanent public artwork arch at Pier 27 Cruise Terminal Plaza.
Mareas, Spanish for “tides,” captures and amplifies the daily movement of light and color across the San Francisco Bay.
Caitlin Jewell
Jan 261 min read
Design-to-Build Solutions
In 2023, the synergy between One Hat One Hand and our partner firms led to outstanding client results. As 2024 unfolds, we're excited to...
OHOH Updates
Jan 15, 20242 min read
25 Brand Activations the Swifties want at your sporting stadium
Activating your space with Instagramable moments can result in brand recognition and rapid revenue growth.
Caitlin Jewell
Oct 19, 20231 min read
Q: What differentiates One Hat One Hand, Art Fabricators in San Francisco?
One Hat One Hand is San Francisco’s premier design and fabrication company.
One Hat One Hand is San Francisco’s premier fabrication company and a top public art company specializing in public art, sculpture, workplace design, interior design, events and experiential design, brand features, architectural millwork and architectural metals. We partner with architects, developers, and brands to deliver expert design, scenic fabrication, lighting, and millwork from concept to in
Caitlin Jewell
Jul 11, 20231 min read
Art Fabrication - Design and Integrated Technology
One Hat One Hand shares how our design studio collaborates with our clients leading to excellent outcomes in the world of art fabrication.
Caitlin Jewell
Jun 27, 20232 min read
Windy Chien, Artist Talk a San Francisco Artist Interview
We sat down with artist Windy Chien to delve into our recent collaboration on I AM THE WHEEL, her SF Moma Soap Box Derby entry, and to learn
Caitlin Jewell
Jun 20, 20231 min read
How do we do it. The unique One Hat One Hand approach to fabrication
When talking with our clients about how we approach art fabrication we often explain it as we work with the client to really get the design
Caitlin Jewell
Apr 11, 20231 min read
The Secret Sauce - Managing Fabrication Projects with Marcus Guillard
Having been in the art fabrication business for almost 15 years, one thing we've learned is that exceptional client service leads to tremendous success for us. One Hat One Hand is San Francisco’s premier design and fabrication company.
One Hat One Hand is San Francisco’s premier fabrication company and a top public art company specializing in public art, sculpture, workplace design, interior design, events and experiential design, architectural millwork and architectural met
Caitlin Jewell
Feb 7, 20232 min read
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