Installation designed for nurturing organs intended for a new hybrid species. As medical technology develops artificial wombs and lab-grown tissues, this work reimagines care environments for entities existing between categories—honoring the vulnerability of emergent life forms while acknowledging their otherness. The soft, fabric-based medical apparatus suggests an intimate approach to biotech innovation.
NICU Boudoir, 2025; stuffed and hung fabric, yarn, synthetic fur, surgical tubing, finger bandaging, wire, 13' x 5' x 8' dimensions variable
Boudoir envisions a sanctuary for self-care, relaxation, and biological enhancement in the age of AI and robotics. It could serve as a space for intimate gatherings or a spa for rejuvenation, with sensual materials draping comfortable procedure stations that connect nutrient tubes to personalized incubation machines.
Our current comprehension of artificial intelligence is akin to encountering an alien language displayed on a soft screen, accompanied by sensor-equipped arms that assess the surroundings. The displayed language could potentially represent the results of this assessment.
NICU, 2025; stuffed and hung fabric, yarn, synthetic fur, upholstery piping, finger bandaging, wire, 4' x 3' x 8' approx.
Personalized Enhancement Chamber, 2025, fabric, yarn, stockings, 8' x 6' x 4' approx. Dimensions variable.
Vitals Monitor, 2025. fabric, foam, stuffing, finger bandage, yarn, fake fur, wire, 36" x 18" x 6" dimensions variable.
Details of NICU organ
Generative AI inspiration
The idea for NICU Boudoir originated through generative AI by combining images of Flamenco, Bedtime Stories for Oankali and Orifice Oracle. Below you can see a ComfyUI workflow used (one of many).
