Author: Abel

Caleb Duarte.

Caleb Duarte, an Oakland-based Chicano artist, has been working with themes of ‘home’ for a number of years. His latest project is a mix of sculpture and performance called Casas Voladoras (Flying Houses). Casas Voladoras is an ongoing collaborative performance … Continue reading →

Posted: December 15, 2009 by Abel | In: Architecture, Art | Add a Comment

Tijuana Housing Prototype.

The power of architecture to change the world is an idea that many a design student believes in. Recently, an inspirational speech given by Professor Irma Ramirez at UC Berkeley regarding her and her students’ work on a low cost … Continue reading →

Posted: December 4, 2009 by Abel | In: Architecture | Add a Comment

Objectified.

Objectified is the new film by Gary Hustwit, director of Helvetica. It looks to be a promising documentary on designers, their objects, the commodification of those objects and their impact on our everyday lives. P.S: I’m still in love with … Continue reading →

Posted: June 12, 2009 by Abel | In: Film, Product | Add a Comment