Adaptable Futures
extending the life of our built environment
When combined with citrus, ashtrays, wire and gardening support rods form a system that fosters inter-species conviviality, and adds song and scent to the street. From Chris Berthelsen (a-small-lab)
Astroturf wired to trellis forms the start of a simple and functional green wall. The mix of fake grass, struggling seedlings, generic decorative DIY materials, productive agricultural soils (background) in far west suburban Tokyo must hold hints for us. From … Continue reading
A gigantic cactus in suburban Tokyo is supported-as-it-grows by block-by-block additions of plastic grills that are supported by metal rods and held together with twisted wire. A simple and very cheap (especially since the expenditure is spread over time) structure … Continue reading
A plastic grill tray halved and then fastened together with plastic twist ties (presumably) acts as a guard against rubbish hungry crows in a park in Nakano, Tokyo. When a local in the park was questioned about this, she replied … Continue reading
Wire twisted into pot plant holders to decorate roadside residential fencing. From Chris Berthelsen (a-small-lab)
The dog has the run of the yard – kept in check with wire racks attached to the gate with wire, and a breeze block for stability. From Chris Berthelsen (a-small-lab)