Written by leading design philosopher Tony Fry, Writing Design
Fiction: Relocating a City in Crisis is both an introduction to the
power of “design fiction” in the design process, and a
novella-length work of fiction in itself—telling the dramatic
story of the relocation of the City of Harshon. Set in the near
future, Harshon, a delta city, is facing environmental catastrophe
due to rising sea levels—consequently, a decision is made to
relocate the entire city inland. A diverse cast of
voices—including an architect, a journalist, an economist, a
construction worker, and residents—narrate the extraordinary
challenges and complexities which follow. This work presents a
real-world scenario which, in coming decades, will face many of the
world’s cities. The fictional format provides a novel way of
exploring the very serious inherent technical, social, political,
economic and cultural challenges. The story provides a rehearsal of
the design challenges which are likely to face architects,
planners, and designers in an uncertain global future. “Design
fiction” is a fast-growing area within design and architecture,
increasingly deployed as a serious methodology by designers as a
tool in scenario planning. Writing Design Fiction takes the
practice to a higher level conceptually and theoretically, but also
practically. The book is divided into four parts, with the
fictional narrative bookended by further critical analysis. Part
One shows how a critique of existing modes of design fiction can
lead to more grounded and critical thinking and practice. Part
Three critically reflects on the narrative, while Part Four
presents the practical application of the second order design
fiction approach. This book demonstrates the value of a more
developed mode of design fiction to students, professional
designers and architects across the breadth of design practices, as
well as to other disciplines interested in the future of cities.
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