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Eleni Kalantidou on Design, Repairability, and Cultures of Repair
Mar 10, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Eleni Kalantidou, Assistant Professor at the Queensland College of Art and Design, shares insights from her work on sustainable repair practices. She discusses the urgent need for design repair in the face of climate change and emphasizes the role of repair cultures in community resilience. Eleni also highlights innovative education models and community initiatives like men's sheds that promote mentorship and skill exchange. Listeners will be inspired by her vision for a future where design and repair foster holistic well-being.
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- The decline of local repair shops highlights a societal shift towards disposability, which needs to be addressed to foster sustainability.
- Integrating design practices with repair processes can enhance community resilience and promote a circular economy that values maintenance over disposal.
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The Rise and Fall of Repair Culture
The decline of local repair shops throughout the 20th century is attributed to various factors, including the increasing disposability of technology. Many household items have become less economical to repair than to replace, creating a culture that favors convenience over sustainability. This has led to significant knowledge gaps in understanding the historical context of this shift which merits further academic exploration. Filling these gaps could enhance our comprehension of the societal transition away from valuing repair skills and foster a culture that resists the notion of disposability.
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