b'88 SANARTSCAPESArt Without BordersEven though San Diego and Tijuana are on opposite sidessocial, cultural and environmental development. This year, the of the U.S./Mexico border, the two cities have a strongorganization set a new precedent by selecting a joint bid. While cultural connection. San Diego International Airport (SAN)the prestigious global designation recognizes both cities as is celebrating that longtime binational bond with a temporary artone community, San Diego is the first U.S. city to receive it and exhibit titled Espacios & Lines. Tijuana is the second in Mexico. The exhibit demonstrates that art can transcend borders byThe multi-media art exhibit at SAN is one of many Word Design highlighting the cities shared symbolism. It also takes a deepCapital 2024 events being held throughout the year. Their mission look at both the process and purpose of creating. Photographs,is to address the cross-border communitys most pressing sculptures, pottery and other artwork encourage viewers tochallenges through design and create a unified force for regional ponder the intersections and divergences of design philosophies,transformation. and ultimately their impact on artistic expression and styles withinWith Espacios & Lines, we are thrilled to showcase the the Baja Peninsula. All 16 of the artists featured are from thediversity and uniqueness of our shared region to visitors from region, and fully half work in both the U.S. and Mexico.all over the world, says Kimberly Becker, president and chief The diverse exhibit commemorates Tijuana and San Diegoexecutive officer of the San Diego County Regional Airport collectively being named the 2024 Word Design Capital. EveryAuthority.two years, the World Design Organization recognizes a citysThe decentralized exhibit will be on display in pre- and post-innovative and effective use of design to strengthen economic,security locations throughout SAN for about one year.May | June 2024AirportImprovement.com'