Tessi Kodjovi Togolese, b. 1974
The need for shelter is fundamental to the human experience. In Construction, Tessi reflects this universal impulse by building a house—a symbolic space that celebrates both collective effort and the quiet reward of rest.
The upright boxes serve as cornerstones and pillars, supporting the structure while representing the individuals whose shared contributions make communal life possible. Together, they embody the delicate balance of human relationships, where cooperation becomes the foundation for creating and sustaining a place of refuge.
Set within a contemporary context, Construction envisions a world in which human creation exists in harmony with nature, emphasizing coexistence rather than dominance.