Futurespaces

Join us this Thursday for a special live presentation and conversation with the incredible Shantell Martin, a British visual artist celebrated for her signature black-and-white line drawings that explore identity, self-reflection, and connection. Her work spans murals, installations, and collaborations with brands like Puma and Tiffany & Co. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gKJauJuJ

🌱 Synthetic Natures as Architecture w. Winka Dubbeldam 🌱 Winka Dubbeldam, the Dutch-American architect and founder of Archi-Tectonics, is reshaping the future of architecture in the Anthropocene era. As human activity profoundly impacts the environment, it’s becoming increasingly clear that our structures must evolve to address the pressing challenges of climate change and sustainability. Drawing inspiration from the concept of “Hopeful Monsters”—organisms that adapt and evolve through significant mutations—Dubbeldam suggests that architecture can learn from plant intelligence. Plants possess an innate ability to react to environmental stresses, adapt, and enhance their phytoremediation capabilities. What if buildings could do the same? 🏛️ Instead of simply incorporating greenery into static structures, architecture must evolve into ‘Synthetic Natures’—adaptive, intelligent systems that interact with their environment, fostering resilience and positive environmental impact. This shift will enable buildings to not just withstand environmental extremes but thrive in them, transforming the future of sustainable design. 🌿 As we face the next wave of the Anthropocene, it’s time for architecture to become as dynamic and adaptive as the natural world around us. #SustainableArchitecture #ClimateAdaptation #WinkaDubbeldam #ArchiTectonics #AdaptiveDesign #ResilientArchitecture #HopefulMonsters #Anthropocene #InnovationInArchitecture #BuildingTheFuture #SyntheticNatures

🌱 Synthetic Natures as Architecture w. Winka Dubbeldam 🌱 Winka Dubbeldam, the Dutch-American architect and founder of Archi-Tectonics, is reshaping the future of architecture in the Anthropocene era. As human activity profoundly impacts the environment, it’s becoming increasingly clear that our structures must evolve to address the pressing challenges of climate change and sustainability. Drawing inspiration from the concept of “Hopeful Monsters”—organisms that adapt and evolve through significant mutations—Dubbeldam suggests that architecture can learn from plant intelligence. Plants possess an innate ability to react to environmental stresses, adapt, and enhance their phytoremediation capabilities. What if buildings could do the same? 🏛️ Instead of simply incorporating greenery into static structures, architecture must evolve into ‘Synthetic Natures’—adaptive, intelligent systems that interact with their environment, fostering resilience and positive environmental impact. This shift will enable buildings to not just withstand environmental extremes but thrive in them, transforming the future of sustainable design. 🌿 As we face the next wave of the Anthropocene, it’s time for architecture to become as dynamic and adaptive as the natural world around us. #SustainableArchitecture #ClimateAdaptation #WinkaDubbeldam #ArchiTectonics #AdaptiveDesign #ResilientArchitecture #HopefulMonsters #Anthropocene #InnovationInArchitecture #BuildingTheFuture #SyntheticNatures

Fast Company recognized Bluecadet as a Finalist for its Best Workplaces for Innovators list ✨ Fast Company’s list recognizes organizations and businesses that demonstrate a commitment to encourage and develop innovation at all levels. 👩🔬🌐 Thank you for the recognition! 💙

🎮 Join us for “Transforming Games, Art, and Culture” with Jamin Warren! 🎮 The gaming industry generates more revenue than the film and music industries combined. But beyond commercial success, what role do games play as art, entertainment, and culture? How do they shape the future of media? Jamin Warren, founder of Gameplayarts and former Wall Street Journal reporter, has dedicated his career to bridging games, art, and culture. Through exhibitions, education, and residencies, Gameplayarts is redefining how we think about interactive media. In this Futurespaces event, Jamin will share his insights and experiences on elevating games as a cultural force. Don’t miss this chance to learn from a leader at the intersection of gaming and art. 🗓️ Date: Thursday, October 17 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM PD 📍 Location: Zoom RSVP today and explore how games are transforming our world. https://lnkd.in/gNd4Kc9C

🚀 Turning Members into Stakeholders: Building More Participatory Institutions 🚀 How are organizations using technology to transform passive members into active, engaged stakeholders? 🌐 Ashley Taylor, was the first employee at Consensys and where she supported the launch of Ethereum, today she is spearheading new membership models that redefine community engagement. Discover how tech-driven solutions are helping organizations stay relevant, and learn about the collaborative, participatory institutions of the future being built today. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn what tools. technologies and methodologies will shape the communities of tomorrow! 🗓️ Date: Thursday, October 10 📍 Where: Zoom 🎟️ RSVP Now to reserve your spot: https://lnkd.in/gjmsH_7d

The Crossroads of Space and Storytelling w. Abigail Honor, Founder at CEO of Lorem Ipsum Corp. will explore how narratives can be brought to life in immersive, 3D spaces like museums, allowing visitors to choose their own path. This talk delves into the challenge of creating engaging stories without a fixed script, guiding audiences through nonlinear experiences. We’ll also examine how media can be used strategically to enhance storytelling, avoiding the trap of overwhelming or ineffective content, and instead creating powerful, lasting impressions. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gQfqGa9k #Storytelling #ImmersiveDesign #3DSpaces #NonlinearNarratives #MuseumExperience #InteractiveMedia #NarrativeDesign #ExperienceDesign #EngagingContent #CreativeSpaces

🎤 ‘You Had to be There’: Liveness, Creativity, and the Unforeseen w. Annie Saunders 🎤 How does liveness shape creativity? What role does the unforeseen play in crafting unforgettable experiences? This Thursday, join Annie Saunders multidisciplinary creator and director, as she dives into the magic of the unexpected. Discover how technology can ignite moments of spontaneity, synchronicity, and surprise, and how a belief in the unseen drives the creative process. ✨ If you're passionate about pushing the boundaries of experience design, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss! 📅 When: Thursday 📍 Where: Live on Zoom 🎟️ RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gAJnTzyX #ExperienceDesign #Creativity #Innovation #AnnieSaunders #Futurespaces #TechAndArt #LivenessInDesign

Heidi Holder and Josh Goldblum joined in a conversation about The Metropolitan Museum of Art's 81st Street Studio, which was lauded as a “glorious (and free) new play space for kids” by Fast Company and “a Garden of Artful Delight” by the The New York Times Times. The Studio had been wildly successful in its mission to reconsider the museum industry’s traditional rules of engagement and allow play to be the guiding force of inspiration. Through the lens of this experiential design project, Josh and Heidi identified key strategies for pursuing meaningful, impactful innovation, including developing vision, overcoming internal obstacles, the importance of collaborative, interdisciplinary iteration, and the value of play. They also discussed the value of spaces like the Studio and museums more broadly as potential disruptors of the status quo. Watch here: https://lnkd.in/gAsGefjs

With a background in media, criticism, policy, and electronic music, Seb Chan taken an unconventional path in the museum field. Now leading the Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI), he oversees an institution focused on screen culture and the intersection of media, technology and storytelling. Reflecting on his career, he will discuss how his understanding of the museum’s potential has evolved. Link in comments