Knowledge Base Repository
In addition to research papers, the Design Society is developing several valuable resources for those interested in the study of design. These include a repository of PhD theses, a library of case studies and transcripts of design activities, and an archive of our newsletters. Please note that these resources are accessible exclusively to Design Society members.
Towards slow learning spaces: a manifesto for design education
Boys, Jos
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2009
Editor:
Clarke, A, Ion, W, McMahon, C and Hogarth, P
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Section:
INCLUSIVE DESIGN
Page(s):
570-575
Abstract:
This paper outlines a series of projects bringing together disabled artists, architects and design students. Through collaborative work and debate, we have begun to develop new approaches and principles which aim to 're-locate' disability and design beyond simplistic notions of accessibility. The paper discusses an alternative concept - Slow Space - offered as having the potential to bridge across separate areas of socially responsive expertise such as inclusive design, sustainability and pedagogy, so as to make a bigger impact on mainstream activities in design education. It is argued that, to create a better world, we need to develop design approaches which are not just about 'helping the disabled', but which start from disability and difference in order to critique 'normal' design.
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