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In a heartwarming display of unity, children on both sides of the U.S./Mexico border recently got to play together.
Though the obvious barrier exists, two California professors devised a plan to use the border fence as a fulcrum. Architecture professor Ronald Rael from the University of California and Virginia San Fratello, an associate professor of design from San Jose are also responsible for bringing the project to life.
The two built and installed bright pink seesaws on a section of the border fence between El Paso, Texas and Ciudad Juárez, Mexico. Before long, the border had become a playground for children in both countries.
According to Rael, the two had conceived of what they called the “Teetertotter Wall” back in 2009. Though while the idea predates the Trump presidency, the national spotlight on immigration inspired them to make it a reality.
The architect called the project “one of the most incredible experiences” he and San Fratello have had in their careers.
“The wall became a literal fulcrum for U.S.-Mexico relations,” Rael said, describing the meaningful connections that took place.
Mexican actor Mauricio Martínez said it also served as a “beautiful reminder” of such connections. Others also commented on the strong symbolism.
