This lecture will introduce artist Maya Lin and her most famous monuments. We will explore her innovative and quite controversial perspective on a memorial as a site of introspection rather than glory.
Project Category: Design Events
Care as Activism: a Brief History of Quilting from the 19th Century to the Present
This lecture will give a foundational history of quilt making in the US and Britain from the 19th century onwards, ending with a few contemporary artists who use quilt making to connect our present to a complicated history of racism and women’s liberation.
Intelligence and intuition – The Fascinating Life of Nikola Tesla
Step into the electrifying mind of one of history’s greatest geniuses in Intelligence and Intuition: The Fascinating Life of Nikola Tesla.
Design and Divine Order: Geometric Patterns in Islamic Art
When and how did geometric patterns become so popular—and even characteristic—of Islamic art and design? This lecture will focus on the development of geometric designs throughout the Middle East and North Africa’s medieval period.
Masters of Time: How Switzerland Became the Epicentre of Watchmaking
Through stories of innovation, resilience, and serendipity, you’ll gain a deeper understanding, and appreciation, of why Swiss watches continue to captivate enthusiasts and collectors worldwide.
Doodling in the Arts and as an Art
Free from the restraints of academic art and public opinion, 'doodled works' show how scrawling can lead to great creativity, but also great fun and humor!
From Childhood to Adulthood – the Long Shadow of Where You Grow Up
In this talk, we'll discuss how where people grow up and where they spend their childhood can leave an indelible mark on their life's journey.
Becoming a Better Creative Problem Solver through Steampunk Art and Design
In this talk we will dive into Janusian thinking and steampunk and give you insights to use opposite thinking in your passions, work and life.
Why Architecture?
Architect and historian Rasmus Wærn, hailing from Sweden, invites us to delve into the essence of architecture. In his lecture, he will discuss the innate human need to convey our sentiments through the physical structures we create.
Is a City ‘Gendered’? Smart cities and gender inequalities
What can we learn from cities at the forefront of gender mainstreaming practices such as Vienna and Barcelona? And now, can the promises of a "smart" city contribute to reducing the existing inequalities and developing real gender-inclusive cities?