Not Since Gutenberg

This thesis explores contemporary modes of surplus and archiving. Not since Gutenberg invented the printing press in the 15th century has any invention or system had as profound an impact on the ability of individuals to access and share information as the internet. Through the reclamation and remediation of an abandoned mine site in Quebec, a revolving community undertakes to archive internet and digital ephemera. 2020, Master of Architecture thesis, advisor: Laura Miller.

“Digital documents last forever — or five years, whatever comes first.” — Jeff Rothernberg