Thresholds of Perception: Redefining Balcony Spaces

Thresholds of Perception explores the balcony as a liminal space between private and public realms, inviting contemplation and connection. Reconstructed at a human scale and clad in aluminum, the installation blends seamlessly with its environment, challenging perceptions of space. It evokes nostalgia, particularly for those raised in the UAE, prompting reflection on personal ties to these urban spaces.

About the Artist

Asma Belhamar is an Emirati visual artist with an MFA in Textile Design from the Rhode Island School of Design (2017) and a BA in Visual Arts from Zayed University (2012). Her work explores the impact of 'megastructures' in the UAE and their effect on the visual memory of the land. Specializing in surface and pattern design, she creates fabric and paper installations, using experimental printing and projection techniques to build three-dimensional structures.