Design, Displacement, Migration: Spatial and Material Histories

Design,Displacement,Migration: Spatial and Material Histories explores the intersections of design and displacement, highlighting the role of objects, spaces, and visual and material practices in controlling the mass movement of people, things, and ideas across borders. It emphasizes the local specificity while accounting for the vectors of displacement and design across borders and histories.

Format: Hardback
Length: 292 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Design,Displacement,Migration: Spatial and Material Histories is a captivating collection of scholarly and creative voices that delve into the intricate intersections of design and displacement. Spanning design, art, architectural history, design studies, curation, poetry, activism, and social sciences, the contributors forefront objects, spaces, visual, and material practices, exploring the profound role of design in shaping the dynamics of displacement.

Through their thoughtful contributions, the authors emphasize the significance of designs in the empire, the state, and various colonizing regimes, as they exert control over the mass movement of people, things, and ideas across borders. They also shed light on social acts that resist forced mobility and immobility, or enact new possibilities, highlighting the complexities and nuances of human experiences in the face of displacement.

By deliberately surfacing echoes, rhymes, and dissonances among varied histories, this volume showcases local specificity while also accounting for the vectors of displacement and design across borders and histories. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars engaged in design history, design studies, architectural history, art history, urban studies, and migration studies, offering a rich tapestry of insights and perspectives.

Moreover, Design,Displacement,Migration: Spatial and Material Histories presents displacement as a lens for understanding space and materiality, particularly within the context of modernity and colonialism. By examining the ways in which design shapes and is shaped by displacement, the book offers a fresh perspective on the complexities of human existence and the transformative power of creativity in the face of adversity.

In conclusion, this remarkable volume is a testament to the power of interdisciplinary collaboration and the ability of design to shed light on the profound human experiences of displacement. It invites readers to explore the intricate connections between space, materiality, and design, and to consider the ways in which these elements shape our world and our understanding of it.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032046945