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Friday, March 7th 2025, 2.30 - 3.15pm, ADW Design Depot, Mt Eden
Keynote
Paid
From Waste to Wonder: Māori Art and Architecture in a Changing World

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Join Jacob Scott, renowned Māori artist, designer, and founder of Te Ara Hihiko, for an inspiring keynote exploring the intersection of Māori art, architecture, and sustainable innovation. Held at the Te Ara Hihiko x Critical exhibition stand, this session will delve into how traditional Māori design principles are revitalised through modern materials and processes.

Jacob will share insights into recent collaborations, including works with Cleanstone, which transform plastic waste into beautiful, durable design pieces. Through the lens of these groundbreaking projects, discover how Māori art and architecture respond to contemporary challenges, from environmental sustainability to cultural preservation.

This keynote is an opportunity to engage with the power of design to tell stories, solve problems, and shape the future. Whether you’re a designer, artist, or innovator, Jacob’s talk will leave you inspired by the possibilities of blending tradition, innovation, and sustainability.

 

Speakers

Jacob Scott, Te Ara Hihiko
Keynote
Paid
Friday, March 7th 2025
2.30 - 3.15pm
ADW Design Depot, Mt Eden