The Economic Times

In 2013, Belfast sculptor Brendan Jamison used 500,000 sugar cubes and help from more than 5,000 visitors to build a miniature city that stayed on view into 2014

In 2013, Belfast sculptor Brendan Jamison spearheaded an innovative art project where 5,000 individuals collaboratively crafted a miniature city using sugar cubes over five weeks. This engaging initiative, named Sugar Metropolis, celebrated community spirit and creativity. Displayed at the Ulster Museum, the project drew attention for its unique approach, inspiring Jamison to recreate a similar event in New York City.