IMAGINING REGENERATIVE FUTURES: HOW WILL WE LIVE TOGETHER WELL?
— SHiFT WG3 Art-Science Lab held from June 14 to 15, 2024, in Venice, Italy.
FOREWORD
This multimedia publication showcases outcomes of the SHiFT WG3
Art-Science Lab, “Imagining Regenerative Futures: How will we live
together well?” held from June 14 to 15, 2024, in Venice, Italy. It brought
together young creatives and early career researchers from diverse
backgrounds, demonstrating the transformative power of imagination
to spark innovative solutions and transcend polarities and disciplinary
boundaries.
The SHiFT Art-Science Lab, inspired by the initiative of the New European
Bauhaus, offered an immersive experience that included a field trip to
the Venice Art Biennale and interactive sessions led by trainers from
various disciplines. The New European Bauhaus, which connects the
European Green Deal to our living spaces and experiences, calls us to
imagine and build a sustainable and inclusive future that is beautiful for
our eyes, minds, and souls. It defines beautiful places, practices, and
experiences as:
Within this inspiring environment, young researchers explored
regenerative futures, connecting their creative works to universal values.
By sharing their imaginative ideas of a sustainable future, expressed
through photo submissions and compelling narratives, participants
collaboratively crafted a collective vision. Interactive workshops
facilitated the weaving together of individual perspectives, showcasing
the transformative power of imagination.
This process fostered a deep respect for multiple voices, allowing diverse
perspectives to flourish and contribute to a richer, more multifaceted
outcome. The Lab encouraged transcending disciplinary boundaries
and adopting a holistic approach to building a regenerative future.
This publication features a digital catalogue and exhibition showcasing:
Photography can tell stories and spread knowledge, sparking creativity
and experimentation with varied challenges, environments, cultures, and
communities. It can encourage us to rethink and reimagine the world
around us. Through these creative expressions and striking visuals, the
publication engages a broader audience to reflect on the regeneration
and well-being of our environments, fostering critical thinking and
reshaping our daily lives for a more equitable and sustainable world.
It aims to empower young creatives and early-career researchers by
offering a platform to showcase their work, contribute to sustainability
education, and inspire future generations toward a regenerative future.
Jelena Ristić Trajković and Julia Bentz