UBC Graduate Research

Home in the Garden : Queer Domesticity and the Provision of Place Snelgrove, Madelaine

Abstract

In our homes, we cultivate not just spaces, but identities—expressions that extend beyond walls and into the very fabric of our beings. “Home in the Garden: Queer Domesticity and the Provision of Place” is a project that reimagines traditional heteronormative concepts of home, community, and the garden through the intentional intersection of queer domesticity and ecological studies. Rooted in a deeply personal narrative centered around the relationship between the author and their partner, the project explores the transformative potential of inclusive and relational design practices. By prioritizing care for human and other-than-human species through planting, maintenance, and spatial design, the project seeks to challenge harmful norms and foster connections within communities. Through its emphasis on resilience, reclamation, adaptability, and accessibility, the project aims to create spaces that celebrate diversity and promote positive change. Ultimately this project embodies a commitment to reclaiming marginalized narratives and promoting equity in design while asking the simple question: What does queer domesticity look like in the garden?

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