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?

• Commuter Relief

  Tracks through the shrubbery that borders a newly constructed bus/taxi rotary in front of a suburban Tokyo train station …

• Rubbish Bin Protection

  A plastic grill tray halved and then fastened together with plastic twist ties (presumably) acts as a guard against …

• Archway in Duct Tape

  Crumbling entrance archway held together with duct tape.

• Tyre Bumpers

  Cut-off tyres guard against parking mishaps.

• Streetside Net Storage

  Streetside storage for net used to hold community rubbish sacks on rubbish day.