# Tweaked Everyday Objects The Realia Series by Juan Ortiz Apuy Comments on Differing Worlds By Meghan Young | Published 2013-01-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/realia-series References: [arcademi](http://www.arcademi.com/juan-ortiz-apuy/) & [juanortiz-apuy](http://www.juanortiz-apuy.com/index.html) Many artists have made it their mission to bring people's attention to the [mundane objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dpartment) that surround them on a daily basis, the Realia Series does just that. Nevertheless, instead of simply encouraging people to appreciate these often taken-for-granted items or look around themselves with fresh eyes, the Realia Series explores the idea of [differing worlds, identities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/host-exhibition) and more. Put together by artist Juan Ortiz Apuy, the Realia Series involves tweaked items such as a dual lock as well as artistic interpretations of standard staples like a roll of measuring tape. Apuy writes, "My practice is informed by my personal experience of [geographical and cultural relocation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/racesroots). My journey North from a small town in Costa Rica, from Spanish to English, from the so-called Third World to the First World has situated language as a place of struggle and an object of study." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Reimagined Everyday Objects:** The Realia Series by Juan Ortiz Apuy showcases how artists are reimagining and transforming ordinary objects. - **Exploring Differing Worlds:** The Realia Series by Juan Ortiz Apuy delves into the concept of different worlds and identities through artistic interpretations. - **Cultural Relocation and Art:** The Realia Series by Juan Ortiz Apuy highlights the impact of cultural relocation on artistic practice and creating new perspectives. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** The Realia Series by Juan Ortiz Apuy showcases opportunities for artists to redefine everyday objects and challenge conventional artistic techniques. - **Home Decor and Lifestyle:** The Realia Series by Juan Ortiz Apuy opens up innovative possibilities for reimagining everyday objects as unique decor pieces in home and lifestyle industries. - **Cultural Education and Awareness:** The Realia Series by Juan Ortiz Apuy provides an avenue to explore different cultures and identities, creating opportunities for cultural education and awareness initiatives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Daily Ritual Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/routines-collection.md) - [Miniaturized Product Art Photographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/small-muji.md) - [Raw Material Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raw-material-object.md) - [Upcycled Object Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-and-daniel-arsham.md) - [Industrial Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sized.md) - [Statement Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surreal-street-art-1.md) - [Perception-Challenging Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/becoming-familiar.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md)