In this design-oriented space, we investigate how food shapes the environment and constructs socio-cultural landscapes.
Applying design thinking, we explore possible solutions for food needs and their related cultural and economic context. Ultimately, we aim to develop design solutions that increase access to healthy food for all parts of the global community.
We are dedicated to a sustainable future.
About Us
Iryna, Principal Investigator
As both the coordinator and an instructor in Product Design at Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Iryna Karaush splits her time between teaching, and supporting and developing the program. Iryna is passionate about the multidisciplinary nature of human-centered design that provides immense opportunities to improve the quality of everyday life all around the world. Together with the…
Camille, Researcher
Camille Dansereau has always had a passion for creating and building which has lead her through the Applied Interdisciplinary Design class at Burnaby South Secondary School, and into the Product Design Program at the Wilson School of Design at KPU. Camille is a very honest and genuine individual who strives to show care and compassion…
Clarissa, Researcher
Clarissa Martins has been involved in product design for a few years already. She was part of the Applied Interdisciplinary Design class at Burnaby South Secondary for three years and has now been studying Product Design at the Wilson School of Design at KPU for two years. She has a happy and positive spirit and…
Erin, Researcher
Erin Ashenhurst is a writer, designer, and faculty member at the Wilson School of Design at KPU. With an interest in visual narrative, her projects explore themes including: design, humour, identity, memory, and urban landscape. She holds a BFA in Visual Art, and an MA in Interactive Arts and Technology (SFU). She has been an…
Mike, Researcher
As a student of Product Design at the Wilson School of Design at KPU, Mike Clarke has had the opportunity to hone his skills of visualization in drawing and rendering. Focused on bringing clear and practical solutions to design problems, Mike never disappoints. He is curious about industry news, processes and applications and is always…
Yasmin, Researcher
Yasmin Sirton is a Product Design student at the Wilson School of Design at KPU. Her love of learning has lead her many places, from farmwork to flamenco, but making and design has been a lifelong thread through every curiosity. In her free time she enjoys working hands on, designing instruments (a hand carved cedar…
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