Design Matters Lecture Series
(From left to right: Freda Kolata, Jeff Kipnis and Mark Smout from 2010-2011 lecture series)
Design Matters is a thought provoking lecture series, organized by the Faculty of Environmental Design (EVDS), that brings to Calgary a range of important speakers who will explore design in our contemporary culture. The 2011-12 Design Matters lectures are delivered monthly from September to April, featuring provocative speakers who examine issues in architecture, urban design, product design, and landscape ecology. The series challenges the University community and the public to broaden their thinking on a myriad of issues related to design. Design Matters is also an opportunity to engage with interested citizens, students, public officials, urban planners, designers, architects and many others. Design Matters engages people who want to learn, understand and address design issues affecting our community.
Student Experience
EVDS is committed to providing an outstanding experience to its students both inside and outside the classroom. The partnerships EVDS shares with community leaders and companies are a key aspect and contribution to our students’ educational experience. The relationships we have within the community are a critical element of ensuring the education EVDS provides is relevant, meaningful and innovative. Through the Design Matters Series, we make this happen.
2011-2012 Speaker Lineup
(click here for the 2011-2012 Design Matters poster)
Date
Speakers
Information
September 29, 2011 Rob Adams
Andreu Arriola
Ingrid Fetell
October 13, 2011 Jane Rendell Jane Rendell hompage November 10, 2011 Stephen Teeple Teeple Architects December 1, 2011 Richard T.T. Forman Harvard Biograph January 5, 2012 Michael Weinstock Architecture of Emergence February 23, 2012 Nick Puckett Alt N Research March 15, 2012 Ken Wood Lunar Design April 5, 2012 Preston Scott Cohen Preston Scott Cohen Inc.
All Design Matters lectures start at 7:00 p.m. and are held at the University of Calgary's Downtown Campus (906 8 Avenue S.W.).
Sponsorship
Design Matters is made possible through our valuable partnerships with sponsors who share our aspirations. Sponsorship of the series presents a wonderful opportunity for companies to not only heighten their profile in the community, but also to engage with talented EVDS students who may be future employees.
If you are interested in partnering with EVDS for the Design Matters series, contact the Community Relations Coordinator.