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"This programme is to study the after effects of new progress and observe the wicked tactics that are invented in the street on an everyday basis, then develop an art/design project for them."

“DESIGN H(ij)ACK”: while “HACK” has been widely used to describe the destructive behavior of anarchist activism, “HIJACK” is to interrupt the original continuity of an ongoing process and divert it towards its (hijacker’s) own desired course or purpose. This program proposes to merge these two phenomena.

OUTLINE

The main objective of this program is to generate tangible prototypes and solutions along the theme of "DESIGN H(ij)ACK - When Art & Design Meet Public Space". Cross-disciplinary collaboration is a necessity, combined with strong knowledge integration from research, concepts, design, to execution.

“DESIGN H(ij)ACK” encourages all participants to think differently, design efficiently, and work economically, most important; collectively. May it be a discarded chair, an abandoned space or structure, public infrastructure that is no longer functioning or valid, or playground related - through "DESIGN H(ij)ACK" interventions are expected to become innovative inventions.

Collaborative initiatives within architecture and public art will be emphasized. We will address different areas of design that manifest in new media technologies, social spaces and public art.

This year we will be situated in the unique context in Mexico, participants will produce a series of design solutions that aim to solve the pressing issues only manifested within the local context. Since this process must necessarily involve first hand experiences, this direct engagement is key for participants to excel outside the academic realm.

Participants will go through a full process to realize their visions from concept to production. And are expected to learn from this experience by balancing outcome and resource limitations such as labor, speed, budget, material, location, and technology.

Parallel to the design program, “DESIGN H(ij)ACK” hosts a series of thematic lectures on art and architecture delivered by international masters and local art & design practitioners, simultaneously it also offers fun trips to major cultural sites and production factories.

MENTORS

A key aspect of this programme is how our mentors engage with each member of the design group. By breaking down the traditional hierarchy of roles usually characterizing relationships between teacher and pupil or master and apprentice, it creates a platform for reciprocal exchanges of dialogues and co-development of ideas. Furthermore it encourages every participant not only anticipating to the changes in the process of design development, but also embracing the differences each member contributes.

Mentors will follow the projects proposed by each team step-by-step, setting up “horizontal” interaction with them.

LOCATION

This years DESIGN H(ij)ACK will be located in Tulum. Tulum is a town on the Caribbean coastline of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula. It’s known for its beaches and well-preserved ruins of an ancient Mayan port city.

Tulum is slowly becoming a wasteland of fake eco-resorts, excessive tourism, Airbnb hotels, and more - a result of rampant urbanization and gentrification, locals have been forced out of their own town due to high living costs. We welcome our participants to observe, absorb and explore methods of engagements to Tulum's current condition.

STUDIO

WORKING SPACE

SCHEDULE

// Week 1: Introduction
// Week 2: Research & Development
// Week 3: Ideation & Conceptualization
// Week 4: Design Development
// Week 5: Production & Fabrication
// Week 6: Presentation & Exhibition

//////Extended information regarding to program schedule will be given on arrival

TAKEAWAYS

// EXPLAND NETWORK
// ENGAGE W/OTHER PROS
// CULTURAL EXPERIENCE
// TEAM BUILDING
// SPECIAL WORKSHOPS
//TANGIBLE OUTCOMES
// PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE
// BUSINESS IN THE CREATIVE INDUSTRY
-Manage Budgets
-Understanding Copyrights
-Negotiating
-Shared Experiences
-Public Domain
//EXHIBITION IN PUBLIC SPACE
// CATALOGUE

&
OUR OWN

COST

// More detailed information below:

HOUSING

// HOUSING WILL BE INCLUDING IN THE PROGRAM FEE.

Kitchen
Pool
Outdoor space and balcony
Modern apartment

STUDIO + PRODUCTION

// Working Space (with WIFI)
// Model Making Materials
// Production Materials (for final work)
// Fabrication (Labor)
// Delivery of work to Exhibition Site

TRIPS

// Airport Pickup/Dropoff

Please book flight to Cancun, MX

// Valladolid
// Chichen Itza Ruins
// Local cultural site visits
// Cenotes
// Local Factories and Studios
// Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve Tour (8 hours of Boating, Swimming, Wildlife + Nature)

PROGRAMME FEE

// Instructor Fee
// Critics
// Professional Guidance
// Presentations
// Lectures / Panel Discussions
// Studio Space
// Working Materials
// Production Materials
// Fabrication
// Special Workshop
// Exhibition
// Catalogue
// Trips

EAT

// Mom's Mexican Cooking