five fences is a series of five performance videos documenting the repetitive act of constructing white vinyl fence sections in Utah’s West Desert. The futile nature of these actions underscores the emptiness of contemporary building practices that prioritize uniformity and control over meaningful connection to the land. These isolated fence segments stand as symbols of suburban sprawl—an approach to development that consumes land and resources while failing to address the deeper issues of housing shortages. Despite the promise of growth and expansion, suburban sprawl perpetuates economic divides and environmental degradation without offering sustainable solutions to meet community needs.