Signals trend exhibition focuses on the future trends and weak signals of interiors, living, lifestyle and design. The phenomena are mirrored through larger megatrends and societal changes. Signals is curated by Susanna Björklund and Sisse Collander, and it is part of Ahead!, the design area of Habitare.
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Humans are social animals. We need each other to survive. Empathy has helped us to survive. We only have chances to tackle our big global challenges from circular economy to sustainable development if we join our forces, even with our competitors.
Time flies but a watched pot never boils. Time is relative. We are often in a hurry and it is true, that we don’t have much time to get e.g. the climate change under control. But a sense of urgency doesn’t always mean that there is a real need to rush. Not having enough time is a common belief in modern life. It is usually an illusion. Home is a place where we calm down.
How can we make our homes havens of no rush?
Water is an essential part of our lives, more so than we think. Most of the human body is water. It has been estimated, that there will be shortage of fresh water in the future. This has created new business opportunities. Watching water has a calming effect.
How is water visible and present in our homes?
Our emotions influence our decisions but we are good at fooling and convincing ourselves that we base them on rational thinking. Emotional intelligence and empathy are needed more and more now that much of our communication is digital. Without eye contact there is a big chance for misunderstandings. The importance of sound for communication has gained attention recently. Connection is vital for our welLbeing.
What kind of home creates and awakens positive feelings and encourages connection?
We look at the world from our own subjective perspectives and tend to consider our views as the objective truth. It is surprisingly difficult to understand people with totally different values and mindsets. Diversity is wealth, however. We live in a polarized world but fortunately also open-minded discussions have been conducted all over the world.
Round, bubbly shapes have found their way into homes.
The proportion and depth of the co-operation is personally tailored to reflect the needs and preferences of each company.
Theme for 2018
Theme for 2017
Theme for 2016
Signals was seen in over ten different online articles.
Several bloggers wrote about the exhibition. Signals was brought up in at least 50 different posts, of which over ten were from outside of Finland.
More than 1000 pictures were posted on social media about Signals.
Signals was featured many times in the Finnish print media. Additionally Susanna Björklund talked about the future of design regarding Signals in television and on the radio.
The 2015 Signals exhibition raised major interest among visitors and the international press. The highly esteemed international design “bible” Wallpaper featured Signals in an online article: Societal design: Susanna Björklund’s inaugural ‘Signals’ installation at Habitare
Societal design: Susanna Björklund’s inaugural
‘Signals’ installation at Habitare