AF FIXES explores the notion of adaptability through the practical ways we tweak our surrounding environment. These often frugal, yet clever acts provide a platform to examine how our buildings, streets and neighbourhoods evolve over time in relationship to our dynamic human needs. What lessons can be drawn from these quotidian adaptations – what material patterns, functional classifications and connection types arise?

• Roof Tile Planter

  Roof tile repurposed for apartment complex planter. I wonder if the tiles were saved from the houses that were …

• Safety in Cans

  Reinforcing rods for the concrete block wall of a new house are made safe for passing eyes with the …

• Clothesline at the right height

  All apartments are fitted with built-in washing lines which are below the line of the railing. Unfortunately, these are …

• Seating and Potplant Space

  The boundary of a driveway modified as a pot plant display area and seat for outdoor BBQs.

• Annotated Trolley

  Trolley underbelly provides space for instructions on its own use – in this case, for use only within the …

• Cardboard Recycling Tower

  Cardboard box recycling tower constructed from salvaged metal rack and wood block for stabilization. Stool for reaching upper levels.

• Library/Storage/Recycling

  Repurposed tv unit houses library of rescued reading material, and acts as storage space for cleaning tools and items …