** Unfortunately Baltan Laboratories is closed until March 31 due to the measures of RIVM. **
The gentrification and commercialization of public space, the convergence of urban and media space and the use of information and algorithmic technologies in cities has been rapidly developing in the last years. To understand the impact that such processes have on the identities, behaviours and relationships of inhabitants it is not sufficient to problematize current cultural or political debates. Instead, it is crucial to understand the role of design across the infrastructures through which contemporary urban space is produced.
During their residency, Roberto Pérez Gayo and Gabriel .A. Maher activated anthropological and design research methodologies aimed at deconstructing, visualizing and physicalizing the different design strategies, technologies and processes at play. Further, during this period, they examined the role of urban infrastructures in affecting and orienting behaviour in Strijp-S, and the power relationships that arise in this context. To do so, the designers have involved key stakeholders and community members of Strijp-S such as organizations, inhabitants, students and urban planners.
The Future of Strijp-S
This exhibition is part of the residency trajectory ‘The Future of Strijp-S’, organized by Baltan Laboratories and Trudo. Baltan and Trudo have established this residency on the future of housing and urban development to stimulate crossovers and experimentation, as well as to initiate new collaborations. The program acts as a driver for talent development for professional creatives, with a focus on social issues.
Extra events
Opening of the Exhibition
6th March, 5:30 PM
Performance of Research & Publication Presentation
April 17th
More info
Baltan Laboratories, Natlab
Kastanjelaan 500
Eindhoven
Free entry
This project is kindly supported by Creative Industries Fund NL, Provincie Noord-Brabant and Stichting Cultuur Eindhoven