Workshop ‘Be Your Own Architect’ with Yuxin Cong (for ages 10–15)

 

workshop with yuxin cong

8 June Saturday, 3–5pm

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History educator Yuxin Cong guides children in the historical context and design process of the Watapuluwa Housing Scheme (1958) by Minnette De Silva (1918–1998). She will encourage the participants to develop processes about their own homes, drawing inspiration from De Silva’s user-friendly design principles.

This workshop has been curated as part of the Public Programmes of the exhibition ‘88 Acres: The Watapuluwa Housing Scheme by Minnette De Silva’, on view until 7 July 2024. This programme is free and all materials will be provided.

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