HIV/AIDS, Activism, and Interior Design

Decorated Podcast

February 4th, 2025

In this special episode, recorded live at Parsons School of Design, we explore the profound impact of the HIV/AIDS crisis on interior design, activism, and memory. Hosts Cotter Christian and Will Fryer moderate a panel discussion with artists, historians, and designers, delving into how interior spaces served as sites of resistance, community, and care. Featuring insights from Ivan Munuera, Stan Walden, Jamie Drake, and Gavin Browning, this conversation sheds light on the overlooked histories of design’s role in shaping queer spaces, preserving memory, and responding to crisis.