We live in a throwaway society. In our world of fast fashion, disposability is the norm and it's easier to replace what is broken than to refurbish it. Today, repairing is no longer a necessity and yet we continue to do it. What explains this urge of
homo faber - man as maker - to fix what is broken?
Since the industrial revolution, our Western economies have been dominated by a linear 'take, make, waste' model in which as much is produced as possible to sell even more. Now, however, people seem to be turning away from this in search for a circular alternative. Reflecting on exactly what 'repair' means has never been more pressing.
This new book provides insight into the fascinating world of 30 makers, designers and artists who, each in their own way, prefer the beauty of what is imperfect and the stories of the past to what is fast, easy and disposable.
In six essays, the author, Katie Treggiden, highlights the cultural, social and historical importance of mending and repair.