Traversing History: Transformation of Intercultural Practice through the Spatial Exploration in Harbin Baroque Architectural Area

Cheng, Fangyu and Li, Xi and Guo, Mengyao (2024) Traversing History: Transformation of Intercultural Practice through the Spatial Exploration in Harbin Baroque Architectural Area. In: P/References of Design. Cumulus conference proceedings series, 1 . Cumulus Association, Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design Budapest, Budapest, pp. 561-582. ISBN 978-952-7549-02-5

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Abstract

In an era where social connectivity burgeons, cultural diversity has become a mainstay in the tapestry of modern existence. Intercultural dialogue encourages individuals with different perspectives to overcome cultural barriers, to embrace others' values, and to find their place in society. In art and design education, art focuses not only on decorative aesthetics but can also stimulate innovative thinking and critical reflection through a multicultural lens. This paper revisits the 'Through History' art education workshop held in the Baroque Architectural Area of Harbin, Heilongjiang Province, China, exploring cross-cultural practice's transformative role and value in artistic creation. Students engage with the environment to explore the connection between space and culture. Guided by practical creation, students experience space, proactively and passively enter intercultural contexts, and promote the creative transformation of complex cultural backgrounds. Based on the interaction between the space and the individual, this critical transformation encourages students to perceive and understand the cultural layers behind architectural environments and urban landscapes. The workshop fosters delicate interregional dialogue through self-reflection and cultural participation, enhancing the cultural identity of individuals and the community while potentially influencing local culture.

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