HSOC-231: Design on View

Design is usually distinguished from art for its utility and the role it plays in people's daily lives. What happens when these works enter contexts of collecting and display like the museum? This course examines the past and future of the collection, curation, and display of works of design and material culture. Our work will involve visits to relevant collections and exhibitions as well as dialogue with curators and designers. Through assignments, students will critically reflect on current and historical exhibitions, explore collections objects collections, and develop their own visions for design exhibitions of the future.