Sensory Processing is a site-specific project I created at La Sal del Rey, a historic Salt Lake in South Texas. This work explores the intersection of computation, geology, and mathematics to examine the sensory and structural properties of salt. Through material documentation and digital processes, I investigated how natural phenomena and human perception intertwine.

I was inspired by the neurological and sensory significance of salt—its role in transmitting electrical impulses and the intricate patterns of its crystalline structure. Using computational origami techniques and hands-on fabrication methods, I constructed tessellated aluminum structures composed of 54 interconnected polyhedra, based on Jessen's orthogonal icosahedron. These forms mirror the repeating atomic arrangements of salt crystals, creating a dialogue between micro and macro systems.

To further explore this relationship, I created a superimposed video that contrasts the tactile experience of human touch with the geometric precision of salt crystal formations. By documenting these interactions, I reveal the interplay between organic and systematic patterns, encouraging a deeper understanding of the material world and its sensory dimensions.