Summer has officially started, luring us to liberate ourselves from the shackles of screens. Lean back and indulge in some well-deserved relaxation. This month's edition is specially curated for those who prefer a lighter reading experience and embrace the captivating power of auditory delights. Whether you find thick books intimidating, possess a low attention span, or perhaps resist acknowledging the need for reading glasses, like this month curator.
Meet our curator of the month
Jennifer is a driven and curious individual with a heart full of passion for all things creative. She is a designer at heart, who called Amsterdam her home for almost two decades before moving to Bavaria, where she now lives with her family. While she cherishes traditional craftsmanship as a counterbalance to the digital world, Jennifer believes that digitalization is one of the most significant levers for sustainability. She advocates for a people-centric approach, emphasizing the importance of supporting individuals in making planetary-centric decisions.
Designers play a crucial role in shaping the world around us, and understanding the urgency and potential solutions to climate change."How to Save the Planet" is an uplifting podcast hosted by journalist Alex Blumberg and a team of climate nerds, offering smart and inspiring stories about climate change and potential solutions to address it.
This book delves into the intricate connection between technology and emotions, supporting designers in navigating the ethical complexities of design choices and implementing practical strategies for crafting empathetic and deeply resonant experiences within our increasingly tech-driven world. "The Future of Feeling" explores the impact of technology on our emotional lives and how we can cultivate empathy in a digital age. It delves into how our increasing reliance on technology, such as social media, artificial intelligence, and virtual reality, is shaping the way we connect with others and experience emotions.
Combining humor, imagination, and themes of friendship and bravery, this book engages young readers while also reminding designers to embrace curiosity, think outside the box, and explore new possibilities in their design processes.
"The Day Louis Got Eaten" is a children's book about a curious boy named Louis who gets swallowed by a creature and discovers a whole new world inside its belly, embarking on an adventure with newfound friends.
One of the phrases my father always told me was, "Make sure you walk through the world with open eyes." Following this advice, I found myself greatly inspired by nature and began questioning man-made objects, reconstructing them in my mind. This process ignited a deep passion within me for conscious crafting and design. I became increasingly enthusiastic about the prospect of pursuing creative professions, realizing that I could even make a living from them.
Something you feel very grateful for when looking back on your career.
I am immensely grateful for my first job at Kesselskramer in Amsterdam, which offered a unique opportunity to explore various disciplines of design. It was a company where creativity knew no boundaries and was not limited to any specific media. This experience allowed me to expand my skills and knowledge in ways I hadn't anticipated.
Most interesting case you’ve worked on
Considering photography as one medium, we have in our versatile designer toolbox, this is one of my favorite projects, even though I'm not the photographer.
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