Inspired by Pittsburgh’s vibrant public art scene, "Colors of the City" focuses on showcasing various murals across the city—representing Pittsburgh as an intersection of cultural history, art, and technology. By extracting the colors of the murals, the installation represents each art piece in an abstract, tranquil, yet dynamic manner. As visitors arrive at Pittsburgh International Airport and are walking through the atrium, they are welcomed by the “colors of the city”. The installation resembles a "wall" that the murals are typically painted on. Placed in the center of the atrium, it aims to invite, intrigue, and inspire travelers to the center of the atrium before dispersing—though it does not inhibit their paths if they are in a hurry.

Each mural is showcased for about 10 seconds, which is timed specifically so that visitors can pass by, or stop and stay to view the full loop of the installation. As the murals transition from one to another, visitors can notice the change in hue and saturation.