Everyday, both online and offline, we surround ourselves with people and information that match our beliefs and preferences, giving us a sense of cognitive comfort. However, this seemingly personalized reality, though convenient, often confines us to narrow thematic areas, making it difficult for us to access diverse perspectives.
Climate change, norms of normality and health, pressure regarding appearance, social ethics, capital and redistribution, education and science, (over)production and (over)consumption of goods – these are topics that often become polarized and misinformed. Internal and external filters suggest content that aligns with our preferences, ignoring alternative options, which distorts our perception of reality.
How aware are we of our information bubbles? Is it possible to step out of them and seek a broader spectrum of facts and viewpoints? Is it worth believing everything that comes our way?
Reflection on this phenomenon is the theme of one of the exhibitions at this year's Gdynia Design Days. Ewelina Antonowicz and Eliza Gawrjołek from Fashion Revolution Poland, together with us Smart Aging Clinic and Snapwear, seek answers to questions about how to make the information that shapes our perception of the world and daily choices truly our own. How can we distinguish facts from opinions?
“Information Bubble” is more than just an installation – it’s a participatory experience that encourages critical thinking and active engagement. Through exploring the exhibition space, visitors are invited to verify, share, and expose various sources of knowledge and narratives about the world, consumer habits, beauty, and authenticity. This interaction is key to breaking down invisible barriers, opening up to a more comprehensive view of our surroundings, making informed decisions, and collectively building a more sustainable future.
Details:
Dates: June 22–30, 202
Location: Riviera Center, ground floor, entrance from SKM Wzgórze św. Maksymiliana,
Exhibition open during Riviera Center hours
More information: Gdynia Design Days
Accompanying Events:
- Lecture: On-Demand Production – Information and Innovation as Ways to Escape the Excess Bubble - June 24, 2024, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Lecture: How Was My Clothing Made? From Greenwashing to Critical Thinking in the Fashion Industry - June 27, 2024, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM