Perspectives Exhibition
Presented by Collective Futures and The Australian Institute of Architects
The climate crisis, gender inequality, wealth and resource inequity, are all products of a hyper individualized society determined by the neoliberal values of capitalism. The challenges of the 21st century will require a more inclusive collaborative approach, one which recognises the value of the knowledge systems and cultural practices of indigenous and diverse communities who have been ignored in the preceding centuries. The perspectives of Women, and People of Colour will be a vital part of rethinking how the world we live in can be more sustainable and equitable.
Perspectives is grounded on the principles of collectivism. In Indigenous cultures, society sits within the ecosystem of the natural world, serving as stewards and custodians to lands, territories and resources as opposed to our western model of extraction. We are interested in uncovering this wealth of knowledge that is the legacy of our ancestors whilst also acknowledging that we are the ancestors of future generations. We have obligations to ensure we engage with the world through circular economies and begin the process of restoration for a renewed relationship with the planet and each other.
BIPOC and women designers have for some time been leveraging these ways of knowing and being, to transform the world we live in. Perspectives seeks to unpack and share processes and research to better understand the formation of design ideas and invite active participation from the audience. Process work has been historically positioned in the periphery of design presentation. The conversations, notes, sketches, debates, are seen as secondary to the finished artefact. Through flipping this hierarchy, the exhibition environment provides an opportunity to question and discuss pertinent issues and produce new knowledge.
The exhibition includes an engaging series of conversations structured around 4 core themes; Indigenous Futures, Cultural Vocabularies, Intersectional Gender Equity and Sustainable Modalities. Learn more via Book Now.
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Saturday 20 May | 11am - 12.30pm: The Nukakurra Cultural Story Place – Immersive Experiences of Country (booking required) |
| Saturday 20 May | 12 - 6pm |
| Saturday 20 May | 3 - 4.30pm: Indigenous Futures (booking required) |
| Wednesday 24 May | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday 25 May | 9am - 3pm |
| Friday 26 May | 9am - 3pm |
| Saturday 27 May | 2- 3.30pm: Cultural Vocabularies Part 2 (booking required) |
| Saturday 27 May | 12 - 6pm |
| Sunday 28 May | 2 - 3.30pm: Intersectional Gender Equity (booking required) |
| Sunday 28 May | 4 - 5.30pm: Sustainable Modalities (booking required) |
| Sunday 28 May | 12 - 6pm |
This event is part of Melbourne Design Week 2023, an initiative of the Victorian Government in collaboration with the NGV.
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Event Details
- Date:
- 20 May 2023 at 12:00 am – 28 May 2023 at 12:00 am
- Venue:
- Testing Grounds Emporium, 438 Queen Street, Melbourne
- Categories:
- Fine Art; Design; Architecture; Research: Wominjeka Djeembana; Research: XYX Lab
Description
Presented by Collective Futures and The Australian Institute of Architects
The climate crisis, gender inequality, wealth and resource inequity, are all products of a hyper individualized society determined by the neoliberal values of capitalism. The challenges of the 21st century will require a more inclusive collaborative approach, one which recognises the value of the knowledge systems and cultural practices of indigenous and diverse communities who have been ignored in the preceding centuries. The perspectives of Women, and People of Colour will be a vital part of rethinking how the world we live in can be more sustainable and equitable.
Perspectives is grounded on the principles of collectivism. In Indigenous cultures, society sits within the ecosystem of the natural world, serving as stewards and custodians to lands, territories and resources as opposed to our western model of extraction. We are interested in uncovering this wealth of knowledge that is the legacy of our ancestors whilst also acknowledging that we are the ancestors of future generations. We have obligations to ensure we engage with the world through circular economies and begin the process of restoration for a renewed relationship with the planet and each other.
BIPOC and women designers have for some time been leveraging these ways of knowing and being, to transform the world we live in. Perspectives seeks to unpack and share processes and research to better understand the formation of design ideas and invite active participation from the audience. Process work has been historically positioned in the periphery of design presentation. The conversations, notes, sketches, debates, are seen as secondary to the finished artefact. Through flipping this hierarchy, the exhibition environment provides an opportunity to question and discuss pertinent issues and produce new knowledge.
The exhibition includes an engaging series of conversations structured around 4 core themes; Indigenous Futures, Cultural Vocabularies, Intersectional Gender Equity and Sustainable Modalities. Learn more via Book Now.
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Saturday 20 May | 11am - 12.30pm: The Nukakurra Cultural Story Place – Immersive Experiences of Country (booking required) |
| Saturday 20 May | 12 - 6pm |
| Saturday 20 May | 3 - 4.30pm: Indigenous Futures (booking required) |
| Wednesday 24 May | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday 25 May | 9am - 3pm |
| Friday 26 May | 9am - 3pm |
| Saturday 27 May | 2- 3.30pm: Cultural Vocabularies Part 2 (booking required) |
| Saturday 27 May | 12 - 6pm |
| Sunday 28 May | 2 - 3.30pm: Intersectional Gender Equity (booking required) |
| Sunday 28 May | 4 - 5.30pm: Sustainable Modalities (booking required) |
| Sunday 28 May | 12 - 6pm |
This event is part of Melbourne Design Week 2023, an initiative of the Victorian Government in collaboration with the NGV.
More events at Melbourne Design Week: