Heart House
Heart House
The heart is the universal symbol for human emotion, which is why notions of closeness and vulnerability are expressed through this trope. Anything or anyone we adore is often referred to as “close to the heart.” One’s home is the most intimate built space that can be experienced, and Heart House is an architectural and sculptural allegory for this feeling of belonging. Each space in the house is a metaphor for the different members of the human heart, reflecting their functions and roles in oxygenating and recharging blood. The connectivity between the rooms of the house and their circulation paths are also akin to the movement of a blood molecule through the oxygenation process. This network generates a labyrinth of unique spaces, with both private nooks and expansive moments.
The heart is the universal symbol for human emotion, which is why notions of closeness and vulnerability are expressed through this trope. Anything or anyone we adore is often referred to as “close to the heart.” One’s home is the most intimate built space that can be experienced, and Heart House is an architectural and sculptural allegory for this feeling of belonging. Each space in the house is a metaphor for the different members of the human heart, reflecting their functions and roles in oxygenating and recharging blood. The connectivity between the rooms of the house and their circulation paths are also akin to the movement of a blood molecule through the oxygenation process. This network generates a labyrinth of unique spaces, with both private nooks and expansive moments.
April 14 - Sept. 20, 2026
"Keerat Kaur invites the audience into a multisensory experience, where she’s created dreamlike spaces both foreign and familiar.
For the artist, the creative process starts with language. Each of her works is infused with the concept of 'mithi boli' ('sweet speech' in Punjabi), a prompt to express oneself with compassion, beauty, and intentionality."
Curator: Laura Vigo, Curator of Asian Art at the MMFA
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LISTEN: CBC Radio Interview with Keerat Kaur
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Exhibition Photos by Julie Ciot and Cindy Boyce
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