26-30 October 2014
Quebec City
Métissage first came about as an imperfect translation of these foreign influences into original and often unexpected mixtures of plan, program, construction techniques and materials. Architectural métissage was influenced by cultural references, and shaped by site constraints, construction materials and the savoir-faire of both the local and immigrant builders. It spoke to the social concerns and technical means of the population. Métissage can be seen at all scales of intervention: landscapes, urban environments, buildings, interiors.
This conference provides an opportunity to reflect on and explore the concept of métissage as it relates to the built environment, including:
• What are the principal notions, materials, techniques and practices that were initially adopted and why?
• How were these original ideas adapted to local requirements and conditions?
• How did these structures perform and how do we continue to adapt and modify our environment in response to current needs while preserving their inherent cultural values?
The concept of métissage will be explored at a variety of scales (Territory, Building, and Tectonic) and across a range of structures from the vernacular to the monumental.
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