Living and working from home

The Netherlands and South Korea are organizing various projects in 2021 to mark the 60th anniversary of the diplomatic relationship between both countries. Dutch Design Week collaborated with Seoul Design Festival on a cross-cultural design programme: Living and working from home.
Sensorial Sanctuary | Dayoung Hwang x Studio Kontou
Sensorial Sanctuary is a space where you can work or relax. The space is based on the idea that our bodies require different stimuli at different times of the day. Whether you need deep focus and concentration, a moment of relaxation to recharge yourself or a stimulating and creative environment to have online meetings and interaction; this space has it all. Next to integrating principles from Biophilic Design and the Attention Restoration theory, Kontou & Hwang applied their own expertise, experience and sensitivity to develop this sensorial space.
They curated and created six curtains with various acoustic and sensory qualities. These can be combined in different ways to create a suitable atmosphere for each situation. Additionally, they designed a modular desk that stimulates different postures during the day and responds to different cultural needs. And to enhance various moods and activities, scents are used to activate or relax the users.

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16-24 October, 2021

Klokgebouw, Strijp-S, Eindhoven.

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