I am a researcher, designer and media artist with a diverse background ranging from fashion and automotive design to architecture and live audio-visuals. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Design from University of Cincinnati, Department of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning, MFA from Design Media Arts, UCLA, and am currently working towards a PhD in Media Arts and Technology, UCSB.
Drawing upon cultural anthropology, my research is focused on the evolution of the symbiotic relationship of technology and the human with the aim of creating crossover points into dimensions and ecologies referred to as ‘utopia’, whether technological, architectural or social. My interest lies in questions that debunk prescriptions within either of these categories, and to instead offer neolexia for our future hybrid bodies.
My latest work looks at the merger of architecture with the human body.
I am also an avid collector of books, sand and cat whiskers.
xarene ∂ gmail
Drawing upon cultural anthropology, my research is focused on the evolution of the symbiotic relationship of technology and the human with the aim of creating crossover points into dimensions and ecologies referred to as ‘utopia’, whether technological, architectural or social. My interest lies in questions that debunk prescriptions within either of these categories, and to instead offer neolexia for our future hybrid bodies.
My latest work looks at the merger of architecture with the human body.
I am also an avid collector of books, sand and cat whiskers.
xarene ∂ gmail