Admittedly, before this presentation, I did not know much about "social justice". I had an intrinsic understanding but did not know the term. I found the concept most enlightening.
What is Social Theory?
Social theory is the theoretical framework to look at and study social phenomena and relationships.
What is Social Justice?
Social justice is a movement that focuses on a socially just world. It is based on human rights and equality.
Incorporating social justice into the design process is a matter of changing our perspective to consider the broader scope an impact of the materials and processes we as designers specify. Just as with environmentally friendly design, social justice requires we adjust the way we look at the design decisions we make.
Ways we can incorporate social justice into Interior Design are:
- Getting the opinion of the community on projects
- Choosing the right location for a project
- Considering the form and shape of the building
- Considering landscaping and the natural design
- Specify sustainable and socially just materials
- Building the project using local resources (people, materials, etc.)
In regard to community, the way in which Europeans and Americans approach the concept are very different. The European culture is enmeshed in community, whereas, America is not. All you have to do is look at the "cookie cutter" housing developments in suburban America. We are disconnected and fragmented from our neighbors and community.
Oldenburg offers a solution in that of the "Third Place". A place that people go to all the time that serves and support and provides for social interaction. Hopefully we all have a "third place".
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