Living in Nunavik: Considering the Housing Production System Through Complexity
This article presents a reflection on the current housing production systems in Nunavik, Northern Quebec, according to the theories of complexity and to the dwelling perspective. The literature review shows different forms of complexity in the system; the current processes relating to the construction of housing in the North still reflects a system centered on the act of “building” and on a technical rationality model, rather than on a perspective considering the “dwelling” of the North, integrating social, cultural and symbolic considerations. The article explores some unique characteristics of Inuit dwelling, and relates them to Ingold’s perspective of dwelling vision (2000), emphazing through commitment for action. Combining this vision with the open methods proposed by the complexity’s approaches, it is possible to propose paths for more sustainable Nordic housing, better anchored in realities, aspirations and dwelling of Inuit communities.