Public Matter(s): Design and Democracy - Guided tour

Why do we vote with a red pencil? Why are our parliament buildings so impressive? And why does our political system look the way it does today? 

Democracy is not a fixed concept. It is something we practise every day. Everything around us is designed to guide our behaviour, persuade us or, on the contrary, exclude us. The same is true of democracy. But how do design and politics shape one another? That is the question we explore in our temporary exhibition. 

Together with your guide, you will discover how design supports democracy. You will learn that design does more than makethings beautiful. It can also create real impact. It is a tool for protest, activism and change. This guided tour encourages you to look at the world more critically and realise that you are not a passive user, but a designer helping to shape the world of tomorrow. 

Prefer to explore at your own pace? Book your self-guided group visit here.