It Depends on the Lens: Film as Experiential Teaching in Architectural Design and Design Representation
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2022-09-16
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Arts Research Africa
Abstract
This paper presents a creative research project that combines
architecture and film to promote inclusive and collaborative
design environments in architectural pedagogy. The technique,
called character-led design, explores the complex relationships
among people, culture, identity, and architecture through the
lens of filmic narratives. By emphasizing the lived experiences
of characters in the design process, the research aims to
create socially responsible and culturally sensitive designs. The
paper discusses the pedagogic process, student projects, and
feedback, highlighting the potential of character-led design
to influence the architectural profession and contribute to
decolonial education. The technique aligns with critical spatial
practice theory and offers an inclusive and collaborative
methodology for architectural design.