Clever just doesn’t quite do it. At first glance, these images are portrayals of traditional Chinese landscapes. But look closer and with a slightly more critical eye, and you will see the real ‘scape as a trashscape.
Courtesy Of Yao Lu
The Chinese artist Yao Lu photographs net-covered heaps of garbage, reworking the shots on the computer to emulate picturesque landscapes, shrouded in mist. The works give a strong message about the state of not only China’s industrial development but the whole world’s and its impact on landscapes around the globe.
Courtesy Of Yao Lu
Matt Davis is a Virginia Tech graduate and one of the founding editors behind Arch2O. Launching the platform in mid‑2012 alongside fellow Hokies, he helped shape its identity as an international hub for design innovation and critical dialogue . With a foundation in architectural education and a passion for uncovering unconventional design approaches, Matt has contributed significantly—both editorially and strategically—to Arch2O’s growth, ensuring that emerging architects, academics, and creatives have a space to question, explore, and elevate the built environment.