https://studiotekneinc.com STUDIOTEKNE™ Thu, 27 Feb 2025 02:29:18 +0000 https://studiotekneinc.com en https://studiotekneinc.com/2 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 22:10:10 +0000 STUDIOTEKNE™ https://studiotekneinc.com/2 &nbsp;02_ &nbsp;&nbsp;Oldboy&nbsp;&nbsp; “Oldboy’s work is a dynamic amalgamation of diverse influences and themes ranging from faith and philosophy to science and technology. This blend of elements creates a distinctive visual and auditory landscape that resonates deeply with his audience.”&nbsp; https://studiotekneinc.com/3 Mon, 20 Jan 2025 22:10:10 +0000 STUDIOTEKNE™ https://studiotekneinc.com/3 &nbsp;03_&nbsp; &nbsp; The Next School &nbsp; &nbsp;“To explore and reinvent the &nbsp;educational experience in &nbsp;Canada, tailoring it to meet &nbsp;the &nbsp;demands of our &nbsp;contemporary &nbsp;society and, &nbsp;crucially, the needs &nbsp;of the modern child.”&nbsp; https://studiotekneinc.com/HXOUSE-x-ADIDAS Wed, 03 Jul 2024 01:58:30 +0000 STUDIOTEKNE™ https://studiotekneinc.com/HXOUSE-x-ADIDAS <img width="645" height="223" width_o="645" height_o="223" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/6d1a9b9545991354c79fcc5a0c9c184f5b3618fe23a2d7bed4649bec5da2bd2b/hxouse-adidas-23bc48abf7363762afe872204575be58.png" data-mid="214033676" border="0" data-scale="40" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/645/i/6d1a9b9545991354c79fcc5a0c9c184f5b3618fe23a2d7bed4649bec5da2bd2b/hxouse-adidas-23bc48abf7363762afe872204575be58.png" /><img width="2066" height="1194" width_o="2066" height_o="1194" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/9d45eb81548579e5bd17d57a2966e4c85e55b733d3a12b0c35ea9f2b3198d657/Screen-Shot-2022-12-05-at-11.13.43-AM.png" data-mid="214033648" border="0" data-scale="40" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/9d45eb81548579e5bd17d57a2966e4c85e55b733d3a12b0c35ea9f2b3198d657/Screen-Shot-2022-12-05-at-11.13.43-AM.png" /> WINNER : Hxouse x ADIDAS Creative &nbsp;Project Managment Program (CPMP) SERVICES : Retail Activation, Installation, Interior Design, Graphic Design ||| || ︎︎︎ Working alongside a team of five talented creatives, we engaged in a competitive project against five other groups. Our challenge was to design an evergreen retail display for the Adidas Originals Store located on Queen St. West. Our vision was to craft a concept that not only embraced the future of Adidas but also paid homage to its rich history and its enduring influence within various countercultures over the past five decades. To achieve this, we strategically integrated new technologies, such as NFTs and Mixed Reality, into the retail experience. These cutting-edge elements were thoughtfully blended with nods to Adidas’ storied past, creating a dynamic and immersive environment that celebrated both the legacy and the forward-thinking spirit of the brand. This approach aimed to create a retail space that was not just a showcase of products but a testament to Adidas’ journey and its impact on counterculture throughout the years. &nbsp;We these key details in our sights, we stumbled on the perfect slogan to characterize Adidas and its rich countercultural history, a mission statement that would continue its proclamation to innovation: “We Made The Shoe. You Make The Culture.” <img width="11067" height="19933" width_o="11067" height_o="19933" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/39bd74c2118e2f02b680c6b364bbd5d94b1eac47d3667c992e42c5ecf8802e12/SLOGAN-01.jpg" data-mid="214033654" border="0" data-scale="26" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/39bd74c2118e2f02b680c6b364bbd5d94b1eac47d3667c992e42c5ecf8802e12/SLOGAN-01.jpg" />&nbsp;&nbsp;<img width="4361" height="5282" width_o="4361" height_o="5282" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/45ee2d2f52d084a56086a0a21c307d21ca3cf71490625a28798a63e1cb68ab78/SLOGAN_FRENCH.jpg" data-mid="214033655" border="0" data-scale="35" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/45ee2d2f52d084a56086a0a21c307d21ca3cf71490625a28798a63e1cb68ab78/SLOGAN_FRENCH.jpg" />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Final Exterior Slogan Design&nbsp; We proposed a multimedia experience combining Web3 expansion into retail, and an augmented reality mirror connected to AdiClub and Adidas’s social media prescence. In addition, we developed a marketing campaign through various social media platforms as well as physical marketing in the 501 Queen St. Streetcar shelters of Toronto, an important identifier of the city, and the intersection where its infamous Grafitti Alley resides. We utilized chrome to establish the concept of “YOU,” functioning as a mirror to remind passers by of their potential. The amalgamation of the traditional aspects of counterculture, embraced with new technology and a sleek aesthetic, was established as an archetype for the future, and the endless creative possibilities of the community in Toronto and abroad. Our resulting strategy was implemented in Adidas Original stores across Canada, in Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver. ︎ “From The Court To The Concrete.&nbsp; The Superstar and The Forum&nbsp; Subculture, Identity, Rebellion.&nbsp; The People. The Originals.&nbsp; Where Will You Take The Culture Next?”Exterior Activation Language Reference Guide &amp; Presentation&nbsp; ︎ <img width="5100" height="3300" width_o="5100" height_o="3300" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/a60f1a82b589a7edce5109ad7ae2db788f198a458e5dbbaec1d602fafb45cc36/Adi_ASSET_REFERENCE-3.png" data-mid="214033670" border="0" data-scale="92" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/a60f1a82b589a7edce5109ad7ae2db788f198a458e5dbbaec1d602fafb45cc36/Adi_ASSET_REFERENCE-3.png" /> <img width="5100" height="3300" width_o="5100" height_o="3300" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/7a68fd828ac55e504360f0283fcadb1fa66131279186861ad91b27a5f311c5f7/Adi_ASSET_REFERENCE-6.png" data-mid="214033671" border="0" data-scale="92" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/7a68fd828ac55e504360f0283fcadb1fa66131279186861ad91b27a5f311c5f7/Adi_ASSET_REFERENCE-6.png" /> <img width="5100" height="3300" width_o="5100" height_o="3300" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/eb972e9f886b34e4051acad647389e0a7b2c72c6556b4a8eb0c91a5da707e3aa/ASSET-REFERENCE_Final-4.png" data-mid="214033672" border="0" data-scale="92" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/eb972e9f886b34e4051acad647389e0a7b2c72c6556b4a8eb0c91a5da707e3aa/ASSET-REFERENCE_Final-4.png" /> <img width="5100" height="3300" width_o="5100" height_o="3300" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/c165f294907a5580584a301564fcaeb2972584372a642c7fa3fc528e3b9d824f/ASSET_REFERENCE_Final-8.png" data-mid="214033673" border="0" data-scale="92" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/c165f294907a5580584a301564fcaeb2972584372a642c7fa3fc528e3b9d824f/ASSET_REFERENCE_Final-8.png" /> Assets for Final Production ︎ <img width="2550" height="1650" width_o="2550" height_o="1650" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/59bd38fa0a16f64ae072898d904c35d1034acd6f752a6a64960c569b4c0593f3/Portfolio_Condensed_OCAD2024_1.png" data-mid="226824357" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/59bd38fa0a16f64ae072898d904c35d1034acd6f752a6a64960c569b4c0593f3/Portfolio_Condensed_OCAD2024_1.png" /> | | | | ︎︎︎ <img width="1080" height="1920" width_o="1080" height_o="1920" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/4739df09f2a60445f3646602b07ce6b29c37c497bedfc3a1213184fbb4fc1267/0002.png" data-mid="214033661" border="0" data-scale="45" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/4739df09f2a60445f3646602b07ce6b29c37c497bedfc3a1213184fbb4fc1267/0002.png" />3D Rendering of Queen St. Location Exterior. <img width="6000" height="9000" width_o="6000" height_o="9000" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/315dba900366429fc581845bb3571aaf753d3d3e54429f135b1ffbd364b60918/LeftWindow_Design3.jpg" data-mid="214033668" border="0" data-scale="46" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/315dba900366429fc581845bb3571aaf753d3d3e54429f135b1ffbd364b60918/LeftWindow_Design3.jpg" /><img width="1200" height="1800" width_o="1200" height_o="1800" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/a738cd9e70b0e6f54a49c2ce1eca03b3736f8a32ae5f12f2cba2d7ebd6c74c16/LeftWindow_Design4.jpg" data-mid="214033681" border="0" data-scale="46" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/a738cd9e70b0e6f54a49c2ce1eca03b3736f8a32ae5f12f2cba2d7ebd6c74c16/LeftWindow_Design4.jpg" />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Still From Video Screen Design ︎ <img width="1018" height="1644" width_o="1018" height_o="1644" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/8d4ba16fee921d7d1f20e13033b010d0d904bb221c6d1571b9530e16b61395ce/Screenshot-2025-02-18-at-3.29.22PM.png" data-mid="226825870" border="0" data-scale="52" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/8d4ba16fee921d7d1f20e13033b010d0d904bb221c6d1571b9530e16b61395ce/Screenshot-2025-02-18-at-3.29.22PM.png" /> <img width="1080" height="1920" width_o="1080" height_o="1920" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/93f61b253c908fc67b750aaf616f62ffac82b05cc98ddc907df29eed708c5dd8/Still-Shot.png" data-mid="214033664" border="0" data-scale="47" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/93f61b253c908fc67b750aaf616f62ffac82b05cc98ddc907df29eed708c5dd8/Still-Shot.png" />&nbsp; Exterior Video Render (https://youtube.com/shorts/7-stNSFQ-UE?si=We9fS05exUZwXH-0) Launch Zone Installation︎ <img width="1080" height="1360" width_o="1080" height_o="1360" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/32c04f36cf4740f28095826aebb7545f0166547f247349a06fb3f22bdb2892af/00197.png" data-mid="214033660" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/32c04f36cf4740f28095826aebb7545f0166547f247349a06fb3f22bdb2892af/00197.png" /> <img width="1312" height="2871" width_o="1312" height_o="2871" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/8dfdf497a616cff9c8b00c338dd87432cf5cc4ff8a002bfd82c2a9d21af2db75/PLINTH_CHROME.png" data-mid="214033657" border="0" data-scale="39" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/8dfdf497a616cff9c8b00c338dd87432cf5cc4ff8a002bfd82c2a9d21af2db75/PLINTH_CHROME.png" /> <img width="1080" height="1036" width_o="1080" height_o="1036" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/0ef103b0841344b18b9f1257d861e582b7a26f3157a9f58e0cfa4f330a5a4b0e/00000.png" data-mid="214033658" border="0" data-scale="43" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/0ef103b0841344b18b9f1257d861e582b7a26f3157a9f58e0cfa4f330a5a4b0e/00000.png" /><img width="1080" height="1044" width_o="1080" height_o="1044" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/5a2ad4a32130dccf93c723a19768ef3641fbdfd5a61ecc2d22b95d3296410505/00001.png" data-mid="214033659" border="0" data-scale="41" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/5a2ad4a32130dccf93c723a19768ef3641fbdfd5a61ecc2d22b95d3296410505/00001.png" /> <img width="1366" height="812" width_o="1366" height_o="812" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/be8dee22928f7f181464faa4a7c95e075ee08a100dca6c756e8eb1fb216907f0/TORONTO_LIGHTBOX147Xx80.png" data-mid="214033674" border="0" data-scale="94" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/be8dee22928f7f181464faa4a7c95e075ee08a100dca6c756e8eb1fb216907f0/TORONTO_LIGHTBOX147Xx80.png" /> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Above and Below : Interior Lightbox Banner Design&nbsp;︎︎ <img width="2550" height="1519" width_o="2550" height_o="1519" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/d17d7de3a33806068712a2fe9fdac95105f84732ef487062bd602ab69afa0f13/TORONTO_LIGHTBOX_RIGHT_135x80.jpg" data-mid="214033656" border="0" data-scale="94" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/d17d7de3a33806068712a2fe9fdac95105f84732ef487062bd602ab69afa0f13/TORONTO_LIGHTBOX_RIGHT_135x80.jpg" /> Bus Shelter Advertising Campaign Queen St. West︎ <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/71900f5a42b3f235d2de957161ba81bd75f87714628e6c30b724332b1e822f64/BUS_Shelter_Forum2.png" data-mid="214033678" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/71900f5a42b3f235d2de957161ba81bd75f87714628e6c30b724332b1e822f64/BUS_Shelter_Forum2.png" /> <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/3444a3de01384214862e0be7f5f42f4c84eafec8a2b7716ea7c120bebb46a4f5/BUS_Shelter_Imagery.png" data-mid="214033682" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/3444a3de01384214862e0be7f5f42f4c84eafec8a2b7716ea7c120bebb46a4f5/BUS_Shelter_Imagery.png" /> <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/cf3be58775765589efe4306e6fc5dcc29da0ebdf4970a6c2cebb04589f0f8adb/BUS_Shelter_Superstar.png" data-mid="226826570" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/cf3be58775765589efe4306e6fc5dcc29da0ebdf4970a6c2cebb04589f0f8adb/BUS_Shelter_Superstar.png" /> <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/626498cd2d256c044b185833de461d8c066a0b4fb06b01f183d118a45cfd142d/BUS_Shelter_Main.png" data-mid="226826420" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/626498cd2d256c044b185833de461d8c066a0b4fb06b01f183d118a45cfd142d/BUS_Shelter_Main.png" /> <img width="2158" height="1508" width_o="2158" height_o="1508" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/7dafc5427272771ce4d29ea66c4f384d4a6d8c85980e0204ad6a5e8bf67b0c78/TABLETALKER_FRONT4_B-W_TO.png" data-mid="214033675" border="0" data-scale="77" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/7dafc5427272771ce4d29ea66c4f384d4a6d8c85980e0204ad6a5e8bf67b0c78/TABLETALKER_FRONT4_B-W_TO.png" /> https://www.instagram.com/p/CpdH1SxpmO0/ https://studiotekneinc.com/HXOUSE-LABS Wed, 03 Jul 2024 01:59:10 +0000 STUDIOTEKNE™ https://studiotekneinc.com/HXOUSE-LABS <img width="237" height="274" width_o="237" height_o="274" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/4c17b7fbd5f28c8f64e4c12478c94fda18009f6c6265e5784dc55c6b331476af/HXOUSE.png" data-mid="226782766" border="0" data-scale="100" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/237/i/4c17b7fbd5f28c8f64e4c12478c94fda18009f6c6265e5784dc55c6b331476af/HXOUSE.png" /> PROJECT : HXOUSE LABS (A.I. &amp; MUSIC) SERVICES : SOUND DESIGN WWW.HXOUSE.COM A hands-on, experimental sound design workshop exploring the use of Artificial Intelligence in music and sound creation. Led by Kling Klang Klong, a Berlin-based sound design studio, participants engaged in a two-day exploration, generating an array of sounds and culminating in a final performance crafted with AI’s assistance. Each piece was inspired by one of five life stages, as suggested by an AI-driven idea generator: Birth, Life, Death, Afterlife, and The End of the World. The result was a powerful, immersive sound installation—each composition played simultaneously in the key of A minor—showcasing the transformative potential of AI in sound design and creative collaboration.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; | || || ︎︎︎ https://labs.hxouse.com/ https://studiotekneinc.com/Afiya Tue, 18 Feb 2025 14:48:09 +0000 STUDIOTEKNE™ https://studiotekneinc.com/Afiya <img width="1277" height="377" width_o="1277" height_o="377" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/fa88968a4ddb9c03b0d01bc0725c05cf4a75d57a2107149a6e3576bd68f238aa/AFIYA_S-P_Logo.png" data-mid="226782933" border="0" data-scale="66" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/fa88968a4ddb9c03b0d01bc0725c05cf4a75d57a2107149a6e3576bd68f238aa/AFIYA_S-P_Logo.png" /> CLIENT : Afiya Spine &amp; Pain Institute&nbsp;SERVICES : Creative Direction, Packaging, Graphic Design, Copywriting To celebrate Afiya Pain and Spine Institute's first anniversary, we designed a commemorative pin and a heartfelt thank-you letter for its patients. The pin featured Afiya's “Tree of Life” design, while the accompanying double-sided card carried a message of hope, reinforcing the institute's mission with the slogan: "Where pain once was, a new hope now lives." ||| || ︎︎︎ The pins and letters were gifted to patients as a token of appreciation for entrusting Afiya with their health and recovery journey. According to Afiya's staff, the designs were well received, and patients deeply appreciated the gesture. To mark the occasion, Afiya also commissioned a special work of art, unveiled at its Toronto clinic. Created by Toronto-based artist Oldboy, the piece—"Darkness Before the Dawn"—symbolizes resilience, healing, and the transformative power of hope. <img width="4000" height="2668" width_o="4000" height_o="2668" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/a73b5d86b7be3f321dabb96e970b04b2fff868778e6a10d7a70f5dd9a015e170/AFIYA_CARD_MOCKUP.png" data-mid="226783840" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/a73b5d86b7be3f321dabb96e970b04b2fff868778e6a10d7a70f5dd9a015e170/AFIYA_CARD_MOCKUP.png" /> <img width="1499" height="1494" width_o="1499" height_o="1494" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/2e251e101c67af787bc21676041061ee8b85de44ea04b33a54de294147def393/Afiya_Final-1.png" data-mid="226783428" border="0" data-scale="100" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/2e251e101c67af787bc21676041061ee8b85de44ea04b33a54de294147def393/Afiya_Final-1.png" /> <img width="1551" height="1491" width_o="1551" height_o="1491" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/58f966fd3ef049596ae8604e3ef64350c723d2e329b98d649d559f5d4fe85935/Afiya_Final-2.png" data-mid="226783374" border="0" data-scale="100" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/58f966fd3ef049596ae8604e3ef64350c723d2e329b98d649d559f5d4fe85935/Afiya_Final-2.png" />Card Designs For Afiya Commemorative Pin.&nbsp; PAINTING <img width="1650" height="1275" width_o="1650" height_o="1275" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/6817b933815dba0d7d1c894f79888553ea6d17c039be1dff54a64a64ae064be8/AFIYA_2025_Proposal.png" data-mid="226783488" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/6817b933815dba0d7d1c894f79888553ea6d17c039be1dff54a64a64ae064be8/AFIYA_2025_Proposal.png" /> “DARKNESS BEFORE THE DAWN,” 2024 ACRYLIC, CHIYOGAMI PAPER, SILVER FOIL, &amp; Mixed Media on Canvas 48” x&nbsp; 36” (121.92cm x 91.44cm) “Darkness Before The Dawn” is a piece crafted by local Toronto artist and designer Oldboy. Commissioned by Afiya, this vivid work resonates with a profound message of optimism and resilience amid life’s adversity. The artwork unfolds through the use of Japanese chiyogami paper, original poster art, silver foil, and acrylic paint, converging into a blend of visual storytelling. Drawing inspiration from the Japanese Sogara Yuzen tradition of patterned paper-making and screen printing, the collage seamlessly blends nature’s essence with the raw energy of street and poster art, all while embracing a contemporary, glitchy aesthetic. At its heart, “Darkness Before The Dawn” symbolizes the unwavering courage of Afiya clinic’s patients, a beacon of light amidst darkness. Through layers of texture and a vibrant gloss varnish, the artwork pulses with vitality and movement, igniting the space with its powerful hues and raw emotion. It is a testament to the clinic’s commitment — to guide individuals from moments of doubt and uncertainty towards a renewed sense of purpose, meaning, and hope. In times of pain, life may take on a dark presence, bringing about the feeling of dread and hopelessness. Yet in such periods of need, we find solace through courage, the compassion of community, and the support of our loved ones. Just as darkness precedes the dawn, the enduring spirit of hope always brings the promise of awakening light. <img width="2270" height="3010" width_o="2270" height_o="3010" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/f6afdac82879301800ee3d4c9f5006f059531a5c16a69ca2b57e9ba4fff09a6e/AFIYA_LETTER.png" data-mid="226783362" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/f6afdac82879301800ee3d4c9f5006f059531a5c16a69ca2b57e9ba4fff09a6e/AFIYA_LETTER.png" /> https://afiyapainclinictoronto.com https://studiotekneinc.com/The-Next-School-1 Tue, 18 Feb 2025 15:22:58 +0000 STUDIOTEKNE™ https://studiotekneinc.com/The-Next-School-1 <img width="504" height="294" width_o="504" height_o="294" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/806f53be614403a374226224dc74746bc8c14b131d7d8f97c38e96b90ceef6d9/Screenshot-2025-01-23-at-8.33.38AM.png" data-mid="226784508" border="0" data-scale="100" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/504/i/806f53be614403a374226224dc74746bc8c14b131d7d8f97c38e96b90ceef6d9/Screenshot-2025-01-23-at-8.33.38AM.png" /> PROJECT : Case Study For Research and Development in Educational Innovation SERVICES : Branding, User Experience, Digital Design, &nbsp;Interior Design/Architecture <img width="1024" height="1024" width_o="1024" height_o="1024" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/321e86d36d4230c2fa77832e6942ca99604162286d10f3dd7923a2d8d4757da8/DALLE-2023-12-19-22.54.38---A-modern-elementary-school-design-with-a-stronger-emphasis-on-Bauhaus-principles--subtly-blended-with-Zaha-Hadid-s-influence.-The-architecture-should-.png" data-mid="226786258" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/321e86d36d4230c2fa77832e6942ca99604162286d10f3dd7923a2d8d4757da8/DALLE-2023-12-19-22.54.38---A-modern-elementary-school-design-with-a-stronger-emphasis-on-Bauhaus-principles--subtly-blended-with-Zaha-Hadid-s-influence.-The-architecture-should-.png" />Generative AI Representation of the Next School Elementary Campus ||| || ︎︎︎ The central idea behind this original thesis’ brand concept was “MIMO Labs” (Minds In Motion). This concept revolved around addressing the issue of digital addiction, which is a growing concern among today’s youth. The proposed solution aimed to develop a school and its range of products that would serve as the official tools for the school’s curriculum (while also being available for sale elsewhere). These products would combine traditional analog methods with cutting-edge technologies. <img width="3600" height="2979" width_o="3600" height_o="2979" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/0a8518b4d6efc0f8eb69eadfba9c490e7c5b48015d74aab443e5655b24dbd3f9/Terrible_Lizards_Iphone7.png" data-mid="226786400" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/0a8518b4d6efc0f8eb69eadfba9c490e7c5b48015d74aab443e5655b24dbd3f9/Terrible_Lizards_Iphone7.png" /> The overarching objective was to empower students to pursue their preferred learning styles while ensuring a safe and conducive environment. This would be achieved by creating visually stimulating and enjoyable icons, textbooks, and apps. The intention was to enhance the desire to learn through engaging design. As previously mentioned, the ultimate goal was to equip students with the ability to be self-learners a valuable skill that would continue to benefit them long after their formal education. The following are the original design concepts, which upon further development of The Next School, will be revised. <img width="1024" height="1024" width_o="1024" height_o="1024" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/620826a3716e85d3dfa764effaba7c13362ce8fe3cdd377865058e851faf24f0/DALLE-2023-12-19-22.54.11---A-modern-elementary-school-design--influenced-by-Bauhaus-and-Zaha-Hadid.-The-architecture-should-combine-Bauhaus-s-functionality-and-simplicity-with-H.png" data-mid="226786263" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/620826a3716e85d3dfa764effaba7c13362ce8fe3cdd377865058e851faf24f0/DALLE-2023-12-19-22.54.11---A-modern-elementary-school-design--influenced-by-Bauhaus-and-Zaha-Hadid.-The-architecture-should-combine-Bauhaus-s-functionality-and-simplicity-with-H.png" />Generative AI Representation of the Next School Elementary Campus Problem_ A new world, full of innovation demands that we also innovate our educational systems and tools to encourage learning and assist children in adapting to the rapid changes of their futures. Solution_ Through thoughtful design, spanning from visual communication within classrooms to the architecture of schools, coupled with innovative curricula and educators adopting groundbreaking educational methods, we can create an alternative educational environment where children not only thrive but also develop a strong desire to learn. This approach taps into their innate curiosity, transforming the perception of learning from a mundane obligation to an exciting and fulfilling journey. By fostering this new educational paradigm, we can empower children to become successful and motivated learners, eager to explore and understand the world around them. The desired outcome should create a learning environment where school is not thought of as stepping stone, but a tool in which young people learn to learn for themselves long after they have graduated. Design Initiatives _Modular Classrooms _ Flexible classroom designs that can be easily reconfigured for different learning activities and group sizes, with movable walls and furniture. Interactive Surfaces _ Surfaces like desks or walls that work as touchscreens, allowing students to interact with digital content directly. Green Spaces _ Incorporating indoor and outdoor green spaces for recreation and education, such as vertical gardens or green rooftops; incorporating elements of nature into the building design to reduce stress and improve student well-being and productivity. IoT Integration _ Internet of Things (IoT) devices for monitoring and controlling various aspects of the school environment. Virtual/Augmented Reality Labs _ Spaces equipped with VR/AR gear to provide immersive learning experiences, from virtual field trips to complex scientific simulations. Maker Spaces _ Areas with tools for creative projects, including 3D printers, laser cutters, and electronics workstations to encourage hands-on learning and innovation. Smart Libraries _ Digital libraries with e-books and interactive media alongside traditional books; rooms for quiet study with technology to assist in research and learning. Collaboration Zones _ Open areas designed to foster collaboration and social learning, equipped with technology for group projects and presentations. Accessibility Features _ Designing with inclusivity in mind, ensuring that the school is accessible to all students, including those with disabilities, using technology to aid learning. Wayfinding Systems _ Digital signage and interactive maps to help students, staff, and visitors navigate the school complex with ease. Safety and Security _ Advanced security systems like biometric scanners for access control, and cameras integrated with AI for monitoring safety. Learning Analytics _ Systems that track student engagement and performance to provide personalized learning and identify areas where students may need additional support. Citations _ Lehrer, Jonah. “Why Do Some People Learn Faster?” wired.com. Wired Magazine. Oct. 4, 2011. Davis, Joshua. “How a Radical New Teaching Method Could Unleash a Generation of Geniuses.” wired.com. Wired Magazine. Oct. 15, 2013. Borden, Jeff. “Education 3.0: ‘Learning Psychology’ — Embracing Better Ways to Teach.” wired.com. Wired Magazine. October 28, 2013. Gladwell, Malcolm. Outliers: The Story of Success. London: Penguin Group, 2009. Mcluhan, Marshal. “Understanding Media: The Extensions of Man.” Massachusetts: MIT Press. 1994. Community Team. “Should Canada be Taking Lessons From Finland’ Approach to Educa- tion” cbc.com. CBC News. February 18, 2013. https://studiotekneinc.com/Machines-In-Our-Image Thu, 27 Feb 2025 02:29:18 +0000 STUDIOTEKNE™ https://studiotekneinc.com/Machines-In-Our-Image The Machine In Our Imageby Arnold Aladhami “This seems to lie in the fact that the operation of magic is singularly literal-minded, and that if it grants you anything at all it grants what you ask for, not what you should have asked for or what you intend.” (Norbert Wiener, God and Golem Inc., 1964) <img width="1200" height="918" width_o="1200" height_o="918" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/5ec14ac0b53fd07db15d40acad6ad07c04b81c55af54e5bb47265fc8eca880a3/dvmjuslwsaexsyl_r-u-r.png" data-mid="227309832" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/5ec14ac0b53fd07db15d40acad6ad07c04b81c55af54e5bb47265fc8eca880a3/dvmjuslwsaexsyl_r-u-r.png" /> ||| || ︎︎︎ AI is among the most contested issues in technology today.&nbsp; The literature, both scholarly and otherwise expresses this. Issues of automata and creation of intelligent life have been discussed in philosophy and science for centuries. Fictional tales of technology and abnormal creations such as R.U.R. (Rossum's Universal Robots) in which humans share the earth with machines are not so new. However, in many modern stories, technology is often viewed through a dystopian lens. In R.U.R., pseudo-human super-intelligent robots eventually oppose their position as slaves and labourers to their human masters and wage war on their very creators, whom they began to view as inferior. &nbsp; Why are we distrustful of AI? In spite of the positive role artificial intelligence could have in various fields, why are we so transfixed on the probabilistic dangers of a ‘singularity,’ or the advent of killer robots?&nbsp; Could it be that these machines we imagine are, in some way, reflections of us, our values, identities, and histories, and in creating them, we recreate ourselves, both good and bad.&nbsp; However, moral panic often follows such apprehension and could make us skeptical and untrustworthy of our connection to machines; we could run the risk of seeing them as only threats rather than companions and assistants.&nbsp; Likewise, our persistence on utopia via AI could bring with it ethical concerns that we had not intended.&nbsp; This paper will support the idea that dystopian skepticism and utopian hope of AI comes from modern stories like R.U.R. and inherent moral values of culture, and that these will affect our perceptions, ascriptions, and realized technological outcomes in super-intelligent machines. R.U.R. portrays many significant themes that have become commonplace in discussions surrounding AI, including hopes and fears, machine ethics, value systems, corporatism, religion, and human hubris.&nbsp; Much of our fear or hope comes from our literature and popularization of AI in science fiction and otherwise.&nbsp; The problem with narratives involving super-intelligent machines is that the technology is unrealistic; such characteristics as agency and consciousness seem plausible, almost actual, in the world of science-fiction, but in reality, AI and its capabilities are not precisely so superficial or profound.&nbsp; However, to say that science fiction has no place in creating real science is not to analyze such inspiration's power.&nbsp; Science fiction often becomes entwined in science. Terms and concepts like 'singularity' came from computer scientist and science fiction writer Victor Vinge (Chalmers, 2010) and 'robot' from R.U.R. became the very name of that science (Cave and Dihlal, 2018). The particular time of R.U.R.’s writing was a moment of stark importance in world history, a time of revolution or warfare (Cave and Dihlal, 2018).&nbsp; In the story is Harry Morin, a wide-eyed, impassioned inventor, whose motive for creating his robots is to free humanity from toiling "(its) whole life away for a crust of bread...I didn't want people to be stupefied working for the boss's machine!" (Capek, 1920). Thus it so no surprise why Capek used the term 'robot,' the first instance of the word to denote machines.&nbsp; 'Robot' is derived from the Czech' robota' meaning 'forced labour,' or 'slave,' and in other Slavic languages, including Polish and Russian, 'robota' has a similar meaning.&nbsp; With its first use to denote bio-mechanical subordinates, Capek's choosing of this term was not arbitrary, a sign of the times post-Russian Revolution. 'Robotics' is now an entire field of its own, and many young engineers perhaps do not understand the irony that the origin of the term 'robot' is about a story in which the slave/labourer machines kill the humans. ‘Robot’ is thus the product of a subservient depiction of machines, a depiction which warned us of ascribing such characteristics and having incorrect perceptions. Harry Domin wished to save humanity by replacing human workers with ‘almost-human’ mechanisms. The replacement hope is often one of the significant discussions in AI alongside the dystopian fear of obsolescence (Cave &amp; Dihlal, 2019).&nbsp; This concept of robots replacing us in our most laborious routines expresses that "the dream of robotics is, first, that intelligent machines can do our work for us, allowing us lives of leisure, restoring us to Eden” (Cave &amp; Dihlal, 2019). Utopias like these often only work in theory, however. There is the implication that a 'singularity' could bring alongside many superhuman abilities, including a strong moral agency.&nbsp; If humans create conscious entities with super-intelligence, this may lend itself to self-fulfilling prophecy. The value systems we encode them with may become contested, and they could begin to perceive their human creators as not only intellectually defunct but morally as well. Given that humans have enslaved populations for centuries, are we to assume that super-intelligent or conscious machines will not view their role in bettering our lives as practices of enslavement? &nbsp; In his quest to save humanity, Harry Domin enslaves another population and creates an even more significant issue, not considering his machines' ethical value. Enslavement was endemic to the human condition; for thousands of years, humans had enslaved each other, forcing those enchained into horrendous circumstances of back-breaking labour and inhumanity.&nbsp; Despite this, our value systems coincided with slavery as a symptom of human experience and a regular occurrence.&nbsp; In R.U.R. is an interesting predicament that bears a resemblance to this dark history.&nbsp; In creating conscious machines for such purposes, we open up the issue of caring for these machines and acknowledging their agency as worthy of rights and liberties.&nbsp; Some philosophers believe that much moral agency and research into developing consciousness should be banned altogether (Chalmers, 2010).&nbsp; Currently, AI may not be as much a threat as depicted in films like 'The Terminator' or 'The Matrix.'&nbsp; That does not mean that as the capacity of AI grows in power and depth, public policy will not begin to push back against it. There is also the consideration of how these stories elicit feelings of praise or resentment towards machines via different cultural systems. Many experts, believe that our apprehension towards machines originates from our spiritual histories (Schodt, 1988). In the West our fear of limiting creation is connected to such powers reserved for Gods and not flawed creatures like human beings. Jewish mysticism based on the Kabala is an ideal example of this, particularly the Golem story, a humanoid made of clay by the Rabbi of Prague, which is essentially itself the antecedent to Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' (Giuliano, 2020).&nbsp; This connection of religion and technology is, in fact, more pervasive and interwoven than we are led to believe. In 'Echoes of myth and magic in the language of Artificial Intelligence, ' Giuliano quotes historian David F. Noble, who reveals the mystical connection to AI and its advocacy of immortality, cyberspace, resurrection, the return of the one real saviour, and the apocalypse (Giuliano, 2020). Compare this with Japan’s connection to robotics. In The Japanese have a more trusting culture surrounding robots and many believe that this originates from principles of Buddhism and Shinto, but also comes from amalgam of other faiths as well (Shodt 1988). The concept of ‘Animism’ is particularly significant, the belief that everything has an essence, or ‘soul’ even non-living things. Rocks and other such items can be revered for their ‘kami,’ or spirit, and that swords and other tools had soul. In the film “Sword Of Doom,” Toshiro Mifune famously utters this idea,’the sword is the soul, study the soul to know the sword. Evil mind, evil sword.”&nbsp; In some factories the introductions of robots were welcomed through consecrations where they are blessed by priests and introduced with applause. In the 1970s and 80s during Japan’s postwar economic boom, many foreigners visiting factories were surprised to see the Japanese naming their automatic machines, often ascribing names of famous actors, signers, and even taping drawings or photographs. Schodt argues that these may have been due to the newness of the machines and that such practices waned in popularity. Despite this there there is not as much skepticism of machines as there is in the west. Japan’s connection to Shinto is only one aspect of its industriousness and openness to AI. Social and historical issues are just as significant. In the West much of the worry of machines derives from the history of the industrial revolution where lower classes were either used to labour with such machines, or suffered from rabid unemployment (Schodt, 1988). In Japan the industrial revolution had not ravaged its population and when introduced the technology was by then fully developed, was welcomed as modernizing and assisting. Western feelings are still not as welcoming, such resentment still apparent in skepticism of machines today. Issues of dystopia are already discussed in what has become somewhat of a precursor to our relationship with AI: social media. The irony of our resentment of machines is our modern connection sentiments of the industrial revolution.&nbsp; Social media has produced many difficulties beside its use a platform for social connection, such as epidemics of depression, suicide, misinformation, censorship, and political and societal distrust. Its business model sells and harbours data of users, developing AI algorithms that automate methods for&nbsp; enhancing experience, engagement and ultimately addiction. As a result growing sentiments of AI as it is distributed in social media networks through companies like Google and other enterprises in Silicon Valley have began discussions of issues surrounding privacy and protection of use data. Policies to protect users and their data, as well as mitigating algorithmic bias are challenging the use of AI in exploiting or helping to exploit for corporate interest. Growing fear against big tech’s motives behind these platforms relate to fears that runaway advances in technology might lead to creatures or scenarios that supersede or control humanity itself (Cave &amp; Dihlal, 2018). Japan is the world’s largest robotics manufacturer.&nbsp; The trust of robots is displayed in their economy, compared with Silicon Valley whose business methods are certainly ingrained, but is more behind the scenes. Such negative perceptions affect interest in AI research or stifle AI progress for utopian outcomes like healthcare, space exploration, and climate change in favour of more militaristic capacities via an AI cold war.&nbsp; Too much dystopian apprehension could see policies in place that deny proper experimentation or overall interest from the general public. If this were to be the case, the number of young scientists, mathematicians, designers, and philosophers involved in AI could dwindle, transitioning to other disciplines or working in other nations more eager to analyze and conduct AI and machine research . Scientists and those in paths of discovery do not always consider the overarching consequences of their findings as these could inhibit proper fearlessness of discovery, ascension to new worlds of transcendental evolution, new phases of human life, and our planet as a whole. As Wiener writes in God and Golem Inc., "the study of their making (automata) and their theory is a legitimate phase of human curiosity, and human intelligence is stultified when man sets fixed bounds to his curiosity" (Wiener, 1960). It is often said that “God made man in His image.”&nbsp; Stories and the history of automata is rife with tales of mad scientists, modern sorcerers, Gods and spirits. It is also often tied to socio-economic events that shaped human culture. The very tales and stories from which these values originate play a significant role in establishing our perceptions of machines past, present and future. Artificial intelligence brings an unknown variable that humans have not yet come to face to such degree: their own reflection. Whether humans are aware of the reality or not, we include in AI our hopes and fears, plans and desires, beliefs and suspicions. Through these values various designs, policies, and regulations are developed, as well as more personal connections to machines. Such revelations expose deep implications for the future of machine ethics, proper value loading, and moral programming in machines (Bostrom, 2017). Hence, will we be able to see beyond our desires and worries and think about AI reasonably? One thing is sure: the beginning of their development will come through us. 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V. https://doi-org.myaccess.library.utoronto.ca/10.7551/mitpress/3316.003.0005 https://studiotekneinc.com/Greenbelt Wed, 03 Jul 2024 01:58:52 +0000 STUDIOTEKNE™ https://studiotekneinc.com/Greenbelt <img width="1810" height="752" width_o="1810" height_o="752" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/86d61db9173271fb3c99046ff613fa443646c5a187ae4e6b64996406ae9e38e6/Greenbelt_Logo.png" data-mid="226786532" border="0" data-scale="69" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/86d61db9173271fb3c99046ff613fa443646c5a187ae4e6b64996406ae9e38e6/Greenbelt_Logo.png" /> CLIENT : Greenbelt EnvironmentalSERVICES : Branding; Brand Standards Package (Logo Design, Typeface, Colour Palette) Greenbelt Environmental Services is a forward-thinking sanitation and recycling company committed to environmental sustainability. The primary objective for this project was to craft a brand identity that not only reinforced Greenbelt’s dedication to eco-conscious practices but also positioned it for future expansion into emerging industries. President and Founder Caesar Radicioni emphasized the need for a&nbsp;transparent, adaptable brand identity—one that reflected his entrepreneurial vision, technological insight, and deep appreciation for nature. 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The “Ltd.” in the name is an ironic statement on the ubiquitous corporate infiltration of the modern mind. The brand is an ever-evolving journey, an experience steeped in the pursuit of ancient wisdom, and this is the fundamental rationale behind the brand name, ‘Oldboy.’ The intital stages of the brand delved into mostly musical arrangements and various instrumental projects. At the beginning of 2019, it was transformed into a viable art brand, establishing a network with other like-minded creatives and entrepreneurs and working with other labels to create collaborative projects in music, art design and culture. ||| || ︎︎︎Album Design, Packaging &amp; Campaigns &nbsp;For The 2021 Album “Vol.2.” <img width="3750" height="4521" width_o="3750" height_o="4521" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/fb6ee659379c12c984b3234f8a724583bbf3b7c901617a0185b530ad01073639/VOL.2COVERT.PNG" data-mid="214033867" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/fb6ee659379c12c984b3234f8a724583bbf3b7c901617a0185b530ad01073639/VOL.2COVERT.PNG" /><img width="1170" height="2532" width_o="1170" height_o="2532" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/51b090c374f3584eba8d50dcd9415ced8a3c7abc8d7ae267d1d562e2740b562a/IMG_4820.PNG" data-mid="214033870" border="0" 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data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/44287f4e74743c44b54aecb0536a49d2ba377f31679ece2859f1e956ae9d0f11/Screen-Shot-2022-01-29-at-9.42.09-PM.png" data-mid="214033871" border="0" data-scale="100" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/44287f4e74743c44b54aecb0536a49d2ba377f31679ece2859f1e956ae9d0f11/Screen-Shot-2022-01-29-at-9.42.09-PM.png" /> <img width="2550" height="1650" width_o="2550" height_o="1650" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/cb766547d15574160f669a19713a183934799d1cd393e76ca32277de6c86d41b/Portfolio_Condensed_OCAD2024_1.png" data-mid="226832330" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/cb766547d15574160f669a19713a183934799d1cd393e76ca32277de6c86d41b/Portfolio_Condensed_OCAD2024_1.png" /> <img width="2550" height="1650" width_o="2550" height_o="1650" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/7b14087cd9b7a160b0df19a6e9196dd6789dfafebf9af92f3c87ee92011ac4a6/Portfolio_Condensed_OCAD2024_12.png" data-mid="226832331" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/7b14087cd9b7a160b0df19a6e9196dd6789dfafebf9af92f3c87ee92011ac4a6/Portfolio_Condensed_OCAD2024_12.png" /> Album Design and Packaging For The 2022 Album “Persona.”<img width="2550" height="2550" width_o="2550" height_o="2550" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/d14964e07c5123761aed3e35ae2c15cc8bcfb6b0d2ada400e738434369826c43/Persona.jpg" data-mid="214033865" border="0" data-scale="99" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/d14964e07c5123761aed3e35ae2c15cc8bcfb6b0d2ada400e738434369826c43/Persona.jpg" /> <img width="1440" height="1795" width_o="1440" height_o="1795" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/1c32b04ac9429af5595d93ae2195e40fd3983484a45c257968455b48a00c63cf/CREATION_OF_ADAM_EB6E97D25086.jpeg" data-mid="214033883" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/1c32b04ac9429af5595d93ae2195e40fd3983484a45c257968455b48a00c63cf/CREATION_OF_ADAM_EB6E97D25086.jpeg" /> <img width="2550" height="1650" width_o="2550" height_o="1650" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/0e36e96f59d452d69a53aeec8861e256fcd1f987e65050e36d0e41fece0ef7a3/Portfolio_Condensed_OCAD2024_13.png" data-mid="226832332" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/0e36e96f59d452d69a53aeec8861e256fcd1f987e65050e36d0e41fece0ef7a3/Portfolio_Condensed_OCAD2024_13.png" /> Various Guriella Marketing Campaigns and Street Art Advertisements <img width="4032" height="3024" width_o="4032" height_o="3024" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/0517540c90e31f68e5ced063758c5fcf78f60ab1888b9a1d339d52c982fc68f3/IMG_4746.jpg" data-mid="214033872" border="0" data-scale="100" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/0517540c90e31f68e5ced063758c5fcf78f60ab1888b9a1d339d52c982fc68f3/IMG_4746.jpg" /> <img width="4032" height="3024" width_o="4032" height_o="3024" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/54d8b2600f6576ecb9151cb3ba2ace2efdd8f688f191729ceb10bd004ade3ab4/IMG_4811.jpg" data-mid="214033873" border="0" data-scale="100" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/54d8b2600f6576ecb9151cb3ba2ace2efdd8f688f191729ceb10bd004ade3ab4/IMG_4811.jpg" /> <img width="1500" height="1875" width_o="1500" height_o="1875" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/a53a9886e200a6755c999648d4cb9c861c7b4c874050bc4f296668635ab0ac80/C90EDA06-B740-4CEE-A83C-0892983E421A-2.jpeg" data-mid="214033895" border="0" data-scale="100" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/a53a9886e200a6755c999648d4cb9c861c7b4c874050bc4f296668635ab0ac80/C90EDA06-B740-4CEE-A83C-0892983E421A-2.jpeg" /> https://oldboyltd.com https://studiotekneinc.com/Against-The-Dystopia Wed, 03 Jul 2024 01:58:57 +0000 STUDIOTEKNE™ https://studiotekneinc.com/Against-The-Dystopia <img width="1383" height="778" width_o="1383" height_o="778" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/4d3de44595e7b1b021df947470291c3953c73977385673840b2619bdb2f6c1d4/DYSTOPIA.png" data-mid="226828857" border="0" data-scale="100" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/4d3de44595e7b1b021df947470291c3953c73977385673840b2619bdb2f6c1d4/DYSTOPIA.png" /> PROJECT: AGAINST THE DYSTOPIA_ &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; A Human-Centred Approach To Smart Cities Case Study Proposal For The City of Toronto It is projected that by 2050, two-thirds of the global population will call cities home.1 This eventual surge puts significant demand on urban centres, their governing bodies, and inhabitants to invest in infrastructure, sustainability, and innovative architectural and engineering projects. Moreover, cities must rethink and invest in digital innovation to adapt to the coming decades, where digitization will undeniably shape the functionality and experience of urban life.1 _&nbsp; The Economist Newspaper. (n.d.). Resilient cities index. The Economist. |||||︎︎︎ The emergence of SMART CITIES, presents new possibilities in urban planning, environmental design, architecture, and technology.2 This technological frontier holds the potential to elevate the collective well-being of the city and its inhabitants, reminiscent of the transformative architectural achievements of the Renaissance, creating a sense of civic pride and personal ambition. However, recent experiences, notably in Toronto, reveal a gap between this vision and reality. 2 _ Florida, R. (2019, September 4). Sidewalk labs is the future of Urban Tech. Toronto Life. <img width="1582" height="755" width_o="1582" height_o="755" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/7af56e668624680c0a743fe13955ae8ad1b1d62918006c414c7ae400cd0fca8f/SmartCity.jpeg" data-mid="226828904" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/7af56e668624680c0a743fe13955ae8ad1b1d62918006c414c7ae400cd0fca8f/SmartCity.jpeg" />• Quayside _ Toronto, Canada&nbsp; (Picture Courtesy of Tim Wiscombe Architecture) In 2017, Waterfront Toronto unveiled plans to collaborate with Sidewalk Labs, a subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., on a $900 million project to transform Toronto’s Waterfront district into North America’s first smart city.3 However, by 2020, Sidewalk Labs had canceled the project amid notable public opposition. Concerns were made about potential impacts on privacy, governance, and the influence of a private company in urban development. Sidewalk Labs sought full autonomy from city regulators, leading to a lack of public trust in a plan that seemed detached from the genuine needs of the people.4 The attempt to address urbanization and infrastructure challenges through a Big Tech subsidiary revealed a significant disconnect between the vision of a smart city and the authentic needs and concerns of the citizens it aimed to serve. As long as Waterfront remains clueless about IP and data while deferring to Sidewalk on all the critical decisions, Canadians will continue to be treated to glitzy images of pseudo-tech dystopia while foreign companies profit from the IP and data Canadian taxpayers fund and create. Sidewalk Toronto is not a smart city. It is a colonizing experiment in surveillance capitalism attempting to bulldoze important urban, civic, and political issues. Of all the misguided innovation strategies Canada has launched over the past three decades, this purported smart city is not only the dumbest but also the most dangerous.”&nbsp;5 - JIM BALSILLIE“Toronto now stands first in line to become surveillance capitalism’s real-world petri dish. Sidewalk’s proposals reveal the full arc of the new logic. With astonishing audacity, it claims the city as its laboratory and the lives of citizens as its free raw material for data creation, ownership, computation, and monetization.” 6 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; - SHOSHANNA ZUBOFF 3_ Jacobs, K. (2022, July 6). Toronto wants to kill the Smart City Forever. MIT Technology Review. 4 _ Balsillie, J. (2018a, November 29). Sidewalk toronto has only one beneficiary, and it is not Toronto. The Globe and Mail. 6 _&nbsp; Balsillie, J. (2018a, November 29). Sidewalk toronto has only one beneficiary, and it is not Toronto. The Globe and Mail. 7 _&nbsp; Zuboff, S. (2019, September 4). Toronto is Surveillance Capitalism’s new frontier. Toronto Life. The Problem_The legitimate doubts and concerns held by many must take center stage in shaping design initiatives as the inevitability of Smart Cities unfolds in the Western world. With the future rapidly approaching and a global shift towards urbanization on the horizon, strategies for ensuring human-centered design in smart city planning should be approached with a balance of optimism for the potential benefits and realism in acknowledging past shortcomings and their causes.The Solution_ Through the course of our research, we aim to craft a multi-disciplinary design solution tailored for the future landscape of Canadian smart cities. This endeavor will scrutinize the opportunities and challenges, drawing valuable insights from the problems observed in the Sidewalk Labs and Waterfront Quayside project. The core objective is to seamlessly integrate technology with inclusivity, sustainability, and transparency principles, thereby creating a blueprint for resilient urban development. <img width="4500" height="2535" width_o="4500" height_o="2535" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/d4f4b233858f5f7dbe47d402ae5a825c73195ccb28b882801e1f958cb0c11058/Credit-The-Big-Picture-2.jpg" data-mid="226828897" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/d4f4b233858f5f7dbe47d402ae5a825c73195ccb28b882801e1f958cb0c11058/Credit-The-Big-Picture-2.jpg" /> • Smart Forest City _ Cancun, Mexico (Picture Courtesy of Stefano Boeri Architetti) Design Rationale_ Anticipated outcomes for this research includes a comprehensive design solution comprising of a Smart Citizen Engagement Platform that utilizes mobile applications, augmented reality, and social media integration to enhance citizen engagement in urban planning. This platform can enable real-time feedback, surveys, and interactive simulations, empowering residents to actively participate in decision-making processes. governance, ethical data use, and a participatory community framework. This work looks to facillitate a tangible model for future smart city protocols. <img width="1920" height="1065" width_o="1920" height_o="1065" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/d09e3d8e7eed17060bd3a67e1a83702fb5608ffcc6fcad5b74ca841a23094ffc/line-bottom-desktop.jpeg" data-mid="226828900" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/d09e3d8e7eed17060bd3a67e1a83702fb5608ffcc6fcad5b74ca841a23094ffc/line-bottom-desktop.jpeg" />•&nbsp; The Line _ Saudi Arabia (Picture Courtesy of Stefano Boeri Architetti) Some other potential design solutions to include _ Develop an AR-based navigation system designed for diverse mobility needs. This solution can assist individuals with different modes of transportation, including pedestrians, cyclists, and users of public transportation, providing personalized navigation instructions based on real-time data and user preferences. Utilize blockchain technology to establish a secure and transparent governance model. This decentralized approach can enhance trust in decision-making processes by ensuring transparency, traceability, and security in transactions and data management within the smart city infrastructure. Employ machine learning algorithms to analyze housing preferences, demographics, and environmental factors. The system can then generate adaptive housing designs that meet the diverse needs of the population, fostering inclusive and sustainable urban residential spaces. Utilize the Internet of Things (IoT) to create smart infrastructure that enhances accessibility for all residents. Smart crosswalks, adaptive traffic signals, and IoT-connected public spaces can provide real-time information and services tailored to the needs of individuals with different abilities, promoting inclusivity in urban design. Create digital twins of key urban infrastructures; digital replicas will enable real-time monitoring, maintenance, and data-driven decision-making for urban assets, ensuring sustainability and resilience in the face of environmental changes. <img width="1704" height="959" width_o="1704" height_o="959" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/3eec07779df000582fb14d69719d259b502342c7f10e9f5e71fbd9725641466a/bjarke-ingels-telosa-city-marc-lore_dezeen_2364_hero_2-1704x959.jpg" data-mid="226828902" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/3eec07779df000582fb14d69719d259b502342c7f10e9f5e71fbd9725641466a/bjarke-ingels-telosa-city-marc-lore_dezeen_2364_hero_2-1704x959.jpg" />• Telosa _ Undisclosed, USA&nbsp; (Picture Courtesy of BIG) Citations_ Ashraf, S.N., Manickam, S., Zia, S.S. et al. IoT empowered smart cybersecurity framework for intrusion detection in internet of drones. Sci Rep 13, 18422 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-023-45065-8 Balsillie, J. 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