Berlin-based art collective creates "iSphere," a science-fiction inspired PPE solution

While many in architecture have been contributing to the production of PPE, Berlin-based art collective Plastique Fantastique has taken a unique approach to the traditional face mask. While not the first solution that covers the whole head, the iSphere takes on the form of its title, surrounding the user's head in a transparent sphere to protect from unwanted contraction of airborne disease. The development of iSphere comes in response to the mandate in Berlin, effective April 27th, that one's mouth and nose must be covered while using public transportation. The project is open-source. Essentially, the collective took two transparent hollow hemispheres, taped them together, and cut a hole to fit their heads, a procedure the group says took about 30 minutes at minimal cost. "The iconic design is inspired by the science fiction comics of the 50s and the creations of the utopian movements of the 60s; it is very pop,  and it belongs to everybody. The iSphere is a funny and serious obje...