Hannah, DoritaHeo, Jiwon2024-06-232024-06-232023https://hdl.handle.net/2292/68865In the culturally diverse landscape of New Zealand, the enchanting interplay of food, architecture, and cultural identity unfolds, where the experiences of pleasure and disgust are intertwined, resonating within the realms of both gastronomy and architectural design. This thesis explores a fundamental question: Can these experiences, entwined as they are, serve as catalysts for unity among diverse cultural communities? At the core of this investigation lies the concept of the 'Public Kitchen'—a thoughtfully designed public space intended to nurture profound interactions and dialogues among a diverse group of individuals. Within this realm, the exchange of cultures mirrors the intricate fermentation processes found in Korean cuisine, in which diverse ingredients converge to create a unique fusion that can simultaneously attract and repel the senses. This dynamic integration of experiences I have aptly named 'Fermentation Fusion.' The design embodies the concept of intersectionality, which is the method of designing by thinking through how identity factors (gender, race, sexuality) interact with one another – informed by conflicting realities – as a means to empathically understand other cultures. It lets us grasp how multiple elements and circumstances overlap, leading to unique experiences that shed light on the intricate tapestry of human identity. Through a series of experiments, this thesis develops a design project on Auckland’s waterfront that draws on Korean architecture and cuisine to create atmospheric spaces, utilising features that arouse people’s senses. It involves delving into the multifaceted nature of culinary and architectural encounters, examining how they can mutually shape and redefine cultural interactions, thereby contributing to a richer multicultural tapestry in Aotearoa, New Zealand.Items in ResearchSpace are protected by copyright, with all rights reserved, unless otherwise indicated.https://researchspace.auckland.ac.nz/docs/uoa-docs/rights.htmhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/nz/Thesis2024-06-19Copyright: the authorhttp://purl.org/eprint/accessRights/OpenAccess