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Sound of Space | Space of Sound

Research Open House 2022

Jon Otis and Kaelee Helms, MFA Interior Design ’22
School of Design, Interior Design

Sound of Space | Space of Sound endeavors to inform and enlighten about the integration of sound within interior space.

The investigation of spatial interpretation through sonic interventions proposes a re-imagined narrative, providing new creative agency. Through the intertwining and layering of sound, we contend that spatial awareness can be better imagined, and original sensorially inclusive experiential possibilities can prevail.

Most critically, the interplay of sound allows space to be experienced with more than the eye. Every space can have its own sonic composition, and sound inherently orchestrates a unique spatial narrative.

Sound of Space | Space of Sound intends to communicate formal methodologies and experimental theses. Please explore: the space of sound

  • a drawing of two people in a box with a billowing line making a vibrating circle.
    Sound of Space | Space of Sound is intended to be both didactic and interactive.
  • ohn Cage sits at a table with headphones on.
    John Cage (1912-1992) was a pioneer of indeterminacy in music, electroacoustic music, and non-standard use of musical instruments. He’s one of the many artists featured on the site.