Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien'kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montréal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.
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Ancient/Raw -- Future/Refined
The world of design is shaped by its present context, but how might these works be understood if rediscovered
centuries from now? Which elements of today's designs will endure, and which will no longer hold the same
meaning? How might students and their projects be remembered?
Artefacts embodies this shift in perspective, drawing on both the ancient and the futuristic to celebrate
contemporary design. Projects will be “unearthed” and introduced as remnants from another era,
encouraging reflection on the lifespan of design work: how it evolves, is reinterpreted over time, and
ultimately becomes an artefact.
