VANCOUVER 2010 WINTER OLYMPIC PODIUM  by James Lee & Leo Obstbaum



The snow-topped mountains of Vancouver and Whistler are reflected in the fluidity of the organic forms in the individual and team podiums that will be used for the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.



Designed by James Lee and Leo Obstbaum, the podiums are made from wood donated by communities, businesses, individuals and First Nations from across British Columbia. To be used during the Victory Ceremonies, or medal presentations, the podiums are made from Western red cedar and Douglas fir by newly trained wood workers in Vancouver's inner city.







Also designed by Lee and Obstbaum are the wooden trays that will be used to present the medals. The trays have a non-slip surface in order to keep the medals in place.