fixes

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 …
  • Wire Pot Plant Hangers

    Wire twisted into pot plant holders to decorate roadside residential fencing.
  • Storing Cabbages/Drying Shoes

    Metal window ledge/safety railing provides ample space for both storing cabbages (they are much sweeter when stored outside) and …
  • Tyre Bumpers

    Cut-off tyres guard against parking mishaps.
  • Hand Made Shopping Map

    Hand made map showing shops and attractions in the center of Nagoya’s shopping district, Sakae. Various fonts, paper, and hand …
  • Dog Enclosure

    Dog Enclosure The dog has the run of the yard – kept in check with wire racks attached to the gate …
  • Step-Up in Breeze Blocks

    Easy-access step created with breeze block and concrete. Aging societies need to think about and experiment with ways to …