About the Project
The Upcycle Project (2013) aimed to facilitate meaningful exchanges of stories and objects between various stakeholders in the MacPherson community, inspired by the potential that storytelling has to move people, change perspectives and connect neighbours. Through a series of engagement with the residents of MacPherson, we collected unused furniture and everyday objects and worked with our design partners to upcycle them for new owners and uses. These objects and their accompanying stories were later showcased at a public exhibition. Together, they formed a snapshot of a community and their collective capacity to contribute to their neighbourhood, using existing resources that they hold.
Supported by: the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY), MacPherson Community Club, PAssionArts
Exhibition in collaboration with: Amelia Tang, The Civic Museum, School of Thought, Fast Food for Thought
With the participation of these individual designers and organisations: Priscilla Foo, Liang Yanjie, Liew Hwee Min, Genine Loo, Ng Xin Yi, Sustainable Living Lab &, Designed, Tan Hong Guan, Jonathan Yue
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Inspired by the potential that storytelling has to move people, change perspectives and connect neighbours, The Upcycle Project aims to facilitate meaningful exchanges of stories and objects between various stakeholders in the MacPherson community. Through a series of engagement with the residents of MacPherson, we will collect unused furniture and everyday objects and upcycle them for new owners and uses. These objects and their accompanying stories will be showcased at our Arts Village in varying stages of upcycling. Together, they form a snapshot of a community and their collective capacity to contribute to their neighbourhood, using existing resources that they hold. http://participateindesign.org/the-upcycle-project/ To get involved, say hello to lets@participateindesign.org A P!D Initiative by: Jan Lim Mizah Rahman Directed & Produced by: Tan Hong Guan (PRODDDesign) Jonathan Yue
In the year 2013, we embark on a new initiative - The Upcycle Project. Inspired by the potential that storytelling has to move people, change perspectives and connect neighbours, The Upcycle Project aims to facilitate meaningful exchanges of stories and objects between various stakeholders in the MacPherson community. Through a series of engagement with the residents of MacPherson, we will collect unused furniture and everyday objects and upcycle them for new owners and uses. These objects and their accompanying stories will be showcased at our Arts Village in varying stages of upcycling. Together, they form a snapshot of a community and their collective capacity to contribute to their neighbourhood, using existing resources that they hold. For more info visit: Website: http://participateindesign.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/participateindesign Curated and Produced by Participate In Design Supported by MCCY, MacPherson Community Club, PAssionArts
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