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Professor Kjetil Fallan is a leading scholar in design history and environmental humanities, affiliated with the University of Oslo's Department of Philosophy, Classics, History of Art and Ideas. He holds a Dr.Philos. in Art History from the University of Oslo and has held academic roles since 2009, becoming a full professor in 2013. His research focuses on design history, ecological design, material culture, and the intersection of design with environmental and cultural studies.
Education:
- Cand.mag. (B.A.) in History and Sociology (NTNU)
- Cand.philol. (M.Phil.) in History (NTNU)
- Ph.D. in Cultural History (NTNU)
- Dr.Philos. in Art History (University of Oslo)
Fallan explores design’s role in shaping cultural and environmental narratives, emphasizing Scandinavian design history, ecological sustainability, and the materiality of objects. His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary environmental challenges, examining themes like ‘ecological design,’ ‘material ecologies,’ and ‘environmental humanities.’
Key Publications:
He authored books such as Designing Modern Norway (2017) and Ecological by Design (2022), and edited volumes on Nordic design transformations and environmental design histories. His articles analyze design’s sociocultural and ecological impacts, including studies on material sustainability and design discourse.
Advising & Grants:
Fallan supervises MA and PhD students in design history and material culture. His research groups include Environmental Art and Visual and Material Studies, exploring interdisciplinary approaches to design and ecology.
Labs/Teams:
He contributes to projects like Designing with/out Extractive Materials (deXmat), focusing on sustainable design practices and material ethics.
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