2101 – Future Ceramics – Dining Culture of the Future

“How will people live in the future? How will they eat and drink, and what forms of everyday dining culture might have emerged by the year 2101? Students at the Berlin University of the Arts (UdK) delved into these questions as part of the seminar 2101 – FUTURE CERAMICS | Dining Culture of the Future under the direction of Prof. Julia Läufer. Twelve of their works are now on display at Berlin’s Kunstgewerbemuseum (KGM, Museum of Applied Arts). Drawing on speculative scenarios, the students designed experimental tableware that reflects possible future forms of social life. In addition to traditional design processes, they also used AI-powered tools to visualise and narrate their conceptions of the future. Ceramic, in particular porcelain, served as the primary material – chosen for its durability, sustainability and cultural significance. …”