Building walls for our private housing has become a common practice among humans. These structures not only provide physical boundaries but also emotional ones, giving us a sense of safety and security. However, it is important to consider the effects that building walls can have on our lives and on the structure of cities.
Through this series, I began to think about the complex relationship between humans and the walls we build. Building walls can help people feel safe and protect their privacy. It can give individuals a sense of control over who enters their space and keep their possessions secure. However, building walls can also have negative effects. It can create a feeling of separation and exclusion, especially when walls are used to separate groups of people based on factors like race, religion, or social status. This can lead to conflicts and worsen societal tensions.
We build walls. They are a part of us. In a moment of fear, determination, pride, or defiance, we erect barriers - first emotional and then often physical. During my trip to Spain in 2018, I fell in love with its walls. The structures, colors, and shadows created by the walls were constantly changing, hiding people and gardens, and shaping the cityscape. Despite these different effects, there is also an aesthetic appeal to walls. This series was inspired by the graphic aesthetics of these walls. Like the city's structure seen from a bird's-eye view, so are their walls when facing them.