In the midst of hustle culture and the glorification of “the grind,” Timebox is proposed as a vessel to slow down the pace of our lives by encouraging students to take a moment to reflect on their stressors, priorities, and well-being. Students are often consumed by the need to be constantly productive, often at the expense of their health and other priorities. This widespread workaholism dominates Cornell’s campus.
DATE - SPRING 2019
PROJECT TYPE - INSTALLATION
software used - rhino, adobe suite
PARTNERS - MIA DIMAIO, EMILY LIN
EXPLORATIVE ENVIRONMENTS COMPETITION WINNER
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Our exhibition relieves those stressful mindsets through an experiential reflection and writing space, culminating in a mailbox to the future. Timebox provides the space, materials, and opportunity for students to write to their future self, or leave a note to a stranger. We hope to facilitate a dialogue between students and the larger community about mental and emotional well-being, self care, and the value of relaxation and introspection.
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