ART 304 - Design for the Climate Crisis

Unit(s): 4

This course introduces students to various design strategy methodologies in conjunction with systems thinking frameworks to understand how design can be used as a tool to address wicked-problems in the climate crisis. As the world we live in is no longer sustainable, we must move towards regenerative solutions that restore, replenish, and renourish our resources, relationships and communities. Students are introduced to the histories and theories of sustainable and regenerative design practices to date, and consider them in conjunction with design methodologies and strategies as related to wider systems thinking perspectives. Students are challenged to propose intersectional leverage points that design for impact at individual, community, and cultural levels. Lectures, readings, discussions and individual research guide students in creating research-based projects that address design for transitions to a warmer planet.

Restriction: Field of Study restricted to Design, Environmental Studies Major, Design, Environmental Studies Minor
College of Arts and Sciences