APPLY TO EXHIBIT 2024
CLICK HERE TO BOOK

FUTURE TALKS 2024

in partnership with VISI

Future Talks is a pioneering series of talks designed to delve into the most pressing and transformative topics shaping our world. It serves as a dynamic platform for exploring a range of critical subjects, from sustainability and circularity—addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable practices—to the expansive realms of the digital universe, including the omniverse and metaverse, where technology reshapes our perceptions and interactions.

Future Talks emphasises the importance of transdisciplinary co-creation, fostering collaboration across various fields to innovate and solve complex problems.

This event stands as a beacon for thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers, offering insights and fostering discussions that aim to influence and accelerate positive change in our rapidly evolving global landscape.

 

Details:
Dates: 6-9 June in CPT at the CTICC

This is the suggested programme at this stage, which may well change.

Day 1: Thursday
The Future of Design

11:00 - 11:45: Opening Keynote                                                                      Introduction to Future Talks and the importance of design in shaping the future

 

12:00 - 12:45: Sustainable Design - Steve Smith 
Exploring environmentally sustainable design practices and their impact on the planet

 

13:00 - 13:45: Technology and Design
Discussing how technology is influencing the design process and showcasing emerging tools and technologies

 

14:00 - 14:45: Interior Design Trends
Exploring the latest trends in interior design, including colour palettes, textures, and materials

 

15:00 - 15:45: Branding and Design
Examining the intersection of branding and design and how effective visual identities communicate brand values

Day 2: Friday 
 

11:00 - 12:00: Design Entrepreneurship                                                                Insights into starting and running a successful design business in the current market

 

12:00 - 13:00: Design Thinking for Innovation                                             Exploring how design thinking can drive innovation and solve complex problems

 

13:00 - 14:00: Design and User Experience                                          Understanding the importance of user experience in design and its impact on business success

 

14:00 - 15:00: Design Leadership                                                                   Discussing the role of design leaders in driving organisational change and fostering design-centric cultures

 

15:00 - 16:00: Design Ethics                                                                             Examining ethical considerations in design and the responsibility of designers to create positive impact

Day 3: Saturday
The Future of Sustainability

11:00 - 12:00: 

 

12:00 - 13:00: Circular Design                                                                                Discussing the concept of circularity in design and its potential to reduce waste and promote sustainability

 

13:00 - 14:00: Inclusive Design for a Sustainable Future
This session explores the critical intersection between inclusivity and sustainability in design. It emphasises the importance of creating products, services, and environments that are accessible to all, including people with disabilities, and how this inclusivity can contribute to a more sustainable world.

 

14:00 - 15:00: Web 3.0 and Design                                                                  Examining the impact of Web 3.0 technologies on design and user experiences in the digital realm

 

15:00 - 16:00: African Design Perspectives                                                    Highlighting the unique nuances and contributions of African design to the global design landscape

Day 4: Sunday
Design for Change

11:00 - 12:00: Design Activism                                                                          Exploring how design can be a catalyst for social and environmental change

 

12:00 - 13:00: Co-Creation and Collaboration.                                            Discussing the benefits of transdisciplinary co-creation and collaboration in design projects

 

13:00 - 14:00: Design Education and Empowerment.                               Examining the role of design education in empowering individuals and communities

 

14:00 - 15:00: Designing Inclusive Spaces                                                      Exploring how design can promote inclusivity and accessibility in built environments

Note: The programme is subject to change. Please refer to the official event schedule for the finalised topics and speakers.

Our Partner