Presented by Audi Boulder at Madelife
With the pace of innovation, what role does technology play in the future of design? In a culture of planned obsolescence, what is our responsibility to improve upon ideas rather than creating a new shiny object? How can we marry technology with design to strengthen our families and communities?
Join us October 14, 6:00-8:00 pm at Madelife as some of Boulder’s brightest minds consider:
- How technology is changing the way we design everything from cars to homes to furniture;
- In a world of disposable products, it’s time to pause, look at what IS working, and discuss how we can improve on these ideas rather than trying to “disrupt” them;
- How can the design community create spaces, products and communities that make our lives more human, and help combat the loneliness and isolation created by technology.
Panelists
- Dominique Gettliffe, Principal, Gettliffe Architecture: “One lens through which we can look at technology and responsible innovation is the impact on human connection.”
- Mark Bloomfield, Principal, Sustainably Built: “When we’re building an energy efficient home, we can combine new technologies with principles…”
- Jason McCloskey, Owner, Flitch Studios: “I will examine the issues of how traditional craft is portrayed compared to using “new” technologies and the stigmas around each school of thought.”
- Kevin Learmann, Vice President of Systems Consultation, Residential Systems Inc.: “How will home technology help our homes be safer, more intuitive and create stronger families and stronger communities?”
- Nat Carruthers, Audi Boulder: “How does the “design process” impact the future of the automotive landscape as technologies change to deal with ‘planned obsolescence’.”