The Case for Shelter

Emilie Kehm

Josephine Crochon

Camila Jordan

Jordana Rosentzveig

The project strives to inform the consumer of the relation between a computer and the shelter that protects it, in comparison to the individuals who need to find a place to be protected. Inspiration comes from the intricate design of electronic components that compose pathways, similar to the streets of the city of Montreal. The design and statement inside these laptop cases seek to bring awareness and implant a thought in the community about the unexpected turns in life.

2015
Wool felt, linen, buttons, leather, elastic band
13 and 15 in.

Privilege

Sandra Alexandre-Aime

Danielle Thompson

Alexandra Durand

Sophie Fukuda

Privilege is meant to highlight our place in society and make us more aware of the things we take for granted. It is meant to show the user their situation of privilege. This item was made in the context of 5 Days for the Homeless, a countrywide fundraising event for local not-profit organizations participating in fighting homelessness.

2015
Organic canvas, recycled leather and recycled winter coats
20 x 12 in.

Handmade puppets with pillows

Sabrina Emanuele

Kira-Alexandra Gwilliam

Sunny Liu

Cassandra Carosello

Dina Bakalova

Emily Hines

Kimberly lam

Felipe Munoz

Sarah Maier

The puppets were created as a project for community engagement involving the Montreal Children’s Hospital. A play pack consists puppets, pillows, and colouring books created for patients. The goal is to give them an opportunity to channel their creativity through play and to have something they can turn to as a distraction. Together, the different elements act as items that children and their parents can use during more difficult times.

2015
Organic muslin, felt
7 x 9 in.

Hamac Urbain

Stephanie Belanger

Charlotte Krzentowski

Catherine Martial

Hamac Urbain begun as a project seeking to raise funds for the event 5 Days for the Homeless in January 2015. Today, it has morphed into a young company that advocates values of responsible, local, and social consumption. Hamac Urbain also gives a second life to many materials that can no longer be used for their first intended purpose (rock climbing ropes and harnesses). For every sold hammock, $2 is given to Dans la Rue.

2015
100 % cotton, recycled climbing ropes and cherry wood
Folded city bag: 103 x 63 in. (open) 13 x 15 in. (closed)
Interior chair: 40 x 47 x 24 in.