Editor and Contributing Writer, Samin Sharum, ‘A Hundred Ways to Erect a Hoarding’, Published by Suburbia Projects

Set against Dubai’s ever-evolving skyline, A Hundred Ways to Erect a Hoarding examines construction site hoardings as both physical and psychological boundaries. Through daily observations, the book blends documentation with visual experimentation, offering a perspective on these temporary barriers.

Authored by Shamin Sharum with contributions from various writers and edited by Amanda Ariawan, the book explores hoardings as symbols that evoke a range of emotions and meanings. Combining essays with imagery—both photographed and AI-generated—the publication reinterprets these structures, questioning how they shape perceptions of urban transformation.

In her essay, Resisting the Algorithm, Re-imagining Identity, Amanda reflects on how Al shapes identity and reinforces biases through homogenised views by exploring the works of artists Morehshin Allahyari and Dr. Heather Dewey-Hagborg. She highlights creative resistance against Als constraints and underscores the need for constant critical engagement with Al to honour human diversity.

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About Shamin Sharum

Shamin Sharum specialises in Strategic Visioning, Design Research, Curating & Art Direction. He emphasises on creating meaningful collaborations with those that have aligning visions that challenge the status quo. Sharum is interested in the notion of an open-ended practice and frequently operates within the overlaps of Architecture, Art & Design. Demonstrated through his various projects spanning the scale from strategy to spatial design. In tandem with practice, Sharum also engages in both academic and public outreach initiatives through lectures, podcasting & writing on various art & design topics. Sharum is currently based in Dubai, UAE. Learn more about Shamin Sharum and his works on shaminsharum.webflow.io.

About Suburbia Projects

Suburbia Projects is an architecture books retailer and publisher based out in the suburbs of Petaling Jaya. Founded in 2020 by Ashran Bahari and Naadiya Hani, Suburbia Projects aims to fill the gaps in critical and meaningful publications in architecture with a strong focus on virtues and values over aesthetics. Their books are distributed worldwide by IdeaBooks. Visit suburbiaprojects.com to learn more about Suburbia Project.