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‘Re-Evolution’ Sculpture Set to Be Unveiled at San Francisco’s Embarcadero Plaza

The 45-foot-tall artwork, originally planned for Union Square, begins its six-month installation today following a relocation due to engineering challenges.

A worker installs electronics inside the R-Evolution statue at Embarcadero Plaza in San Francisco on April 9, 2025, in advance of its public unveiling on April 10.
Workers install the R-Evolution statue at Embarcadero Plaza in San Francisco on April 9, 2025, in advance of its public unveiling on April 10.
Workers install the R-Evolution statue at Embarcadero Plaza in San Francisco on April 9, 2025, in advance of its public unveiling on April 10.
Workers install the decking below the the R-Evolution statue at Embarcadero Plaza in San Francisco on April 9, 2025, in advance of its public unveiling on April 10.

Overview

  • The 45-foot-tall sculpture, created by artist Marco Cochrane, was originally showcased at Burning Man in 2015 and has toured locations including Miami and Petaluma.
  • The artwork, titled 'Re-Evolution,' was relocated to Embarcadero Plaza after concerns over its weight and potential damage to Union Square’s tiles halted its initial installation plans.
  • The six-month installation at Embarcadero Plaza officially begins with a community unveiling event today, April 10, featuring live music, food, drinks, and a liquid light show.
  • Organized by Building 180 and supported by private sponsorship, the project reflects efforts to integrate large-scale public art into urban spaces while addressing logistical and engineering challenges.
  • The sculpture symbolizes feminine strength and empowerment, with its meditative pose facing Market Street, and includes interactive lighting effects that create the illusion of breathing.