Professor Dr. Mattias Gunnarsson

Biography

Mattias Gunnarsson is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg, where he teaches design at the BA and MA levels in the HDK-Valand Academy of Art and Design. His academic interests revolve around spatial design and its relationship to urban public spaces. He focuses on urban environments and the layers of information and stories in these spaces, which he incorporates into his courses, lectures, and workshops. Mattias has a strong artistic practice that emphasizes visual work and artistic publishing. He collaborates with Susanne Westerberg on the MASU artistic platform, concentrating on spatial installations and drawing. His work engages deeply with issues surrounding independent publishing and distribution, especially in relation to zines and self-publishing. His artistic projects include the development of the HDK Zine Library and presenting at various exhibitions, highlighting his commitment to fostering community connections through art. Mattias is also the program director for the MFA Design program, emphasizing the cultivation of innovative design practices.

Research Interests