Studio collective: expression, collaboration and community through music and interiors
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Studio Collective is a practicum project that proposes a conceptual design for a Music hub in Downtown, Winnipeg that supports and fosters individuals need to connect with fellow musicians and express themselves. This hub will provide a dedicated space where musicians and enthusiasts can collaborate, perform, and create music. The project acknowledges the significance of a distinct space that allows for music-making, interaction, and collaboration while also recognizing that music is evolving in response to societal shifts, values, and technology. The Master of Interior Design practicum investigates the relationship between music, digital media, community, and individual expression. The goal is to create an interior environment that enables meaningful and dynamic experiences, catering to the contemporary needs of musicians and enthusiasts. The paper explores concepts and theories related to multi-sensory experiences, creative learning, and place to propose a design that supports creativity, expression, and community. Studio Collective proposes an inclusive space that invites both digital and traditional modes of music-making and listening. The proposed space will be designed to accommodate a hybrid environment that blends state-of-the-art technology with traditional instruments and techniques, creating a unique and immersive experience for music enthusiasts of all levels and backgrounds. At the same time, this space will allow for social and spatial opportunities to create, participate, learn, inspire, and connect through various spaces, outlets, and technology.