Belgium, 2007 – The Irish Colleges scattered around mainland Europe were set up to educate Catholics from Ireland in their own religion following the takeover of the country by the Protestant English state in the Tudor re-conquest of Ireland.
In the last decade, the Irish Government has financed the renovation of the premises of the Irish College in Leuven which now serves as an Irish Cultural Centre and a residence for Irish students, writers and artists. SDF was commissioned to place several informative touch screen installations and artworks around the newly renovated center to teach visitors about Irish history and its diaspora culture.
Two of the simpler interactives are finished, which involve the touch screens. A touch screen map, an interactive book, and a motorized typographic chandelier are slated for installation at the end of 2008. Check back for updates.
