Catalog: Design for our future selves 2003 Awards | |
| 11 Nadia Nervo ... because life starts at 60 A video documentary that portrays people who have stepped outside the stereotypical attitudes to ageing and who are passionate about new opportunities. It portrays the lives of chosen subjects who inspire with their joyful approach to life. The aim is to influence attitudes and beliefs of both younger and older age groups and transform perceptions about ageing. As a direct response to throw-away consumer culture, this product is a cot that transforms into an adultfs lounge chair. Grandparents can buy the cot as a present for their grandchild who ... | |
| 20 Hannah Wise health and the working environment This project addresses three main contributors to ill health at work inactivity, poor diet and stress through use of the fabric of the office building as a communication canvas. Inspirational messages about health are engraved on windows and carved into doors and tables. Two video-based pieces reinforce the need to balance nature and technology. RCA departments participating in the Design for our Future Selves awards 2003 Architecture Interiors Communication Art Design Design Products Fashion Industrial Design Engineering Interaction Design ... | |
| 27 Andrew Lang sports helmet visor Joseph Ludlow intrepid mapping A helmet-mounted visor for use with lightweight sports helmets offering sufficient eye protection from wind, city pollution and airborne debris. Although developed principally for both commuter cycling and racing, the concept is also applicable to sports that involve wearing a helmet, such as horse-riding or roller-blading. A system of public maps and personal digital badges that encourages people walking through London to break out of their routine and explore new pedestrian routes whilst on the move. The service aims to ... | |
