Do you have visions for a sustainable society and are looking for support in its implementation?
Together we shape participation and sustainable visions.
We accompany you from ideation to realization. With creative-empathetic research methods, we identify needs, design bold solutions, and consider all actors - whether human, plant, or technology. Our approach is collaborative, critical and holistic, encompassing the social, economic, environmental and cultural dimensions of sustainability.
When it comes to projects in the field of sustainability, the following are particularly important to us:
1. A comprehensive view of environmental, social, economic and cultural sustainability
2. Involvement of local actors
3. The creative development of sustainable solutions
4. Long-term support in implementation
We fit innovation processes together – together with our clients. Certain values are particularly important to us. We want an inclusive society based on solidarity and are committed to environmental protection and the rights of future generations. We work on most of our projects in the areas of future scenarios, new forms of work, digitalization, sustainability and health.
In the area of sustainability, we focus particularly on projects that strengthen eco-social values. Examples include the communication strategy for ecological film series, the development of workshop formats and interviews on the subject of sustainability or the embedding of sustainable principles in teaching formats and products. Our favorite topics in our projects include the digitization of inclusive funding plans, audio walks on sustainability and virtual platforms for doctoral students.
We are committed to integrating sustainability in all its facets – social, economic, environmental and cultural. Whether it's developing sustainable business practices, fostering cultural sensitivity in projects, or taking environmental responsibility in the workplace, our holistic approach ensures that all aspects are taken into account.
Based on observations, interviews and participatory workshops, we developed a holistic communication strategy for a film festival that was target group-specific ensured its success and wider resonance.
How can the unique advantages of experience-oriented and immersive role-playing be used as an educational tool to impart knowledge?
Sitting around discussing climate crises can be oppressively disengaging. So, for the ARUA Climate Change and Inequalities Symposium, we wanted to give participants some agency with an innovative audio walk. It actively gets conference participants out of their seats and on their feet by illustrating the challenges of climate change and global inequality with various narratives embedded in the surroundings. By combining a unique auditory experience with a relaxing stroll, audio walks can boost engagement and a feeling of agency.
For each project we use the appropriate method. Here you can find a short overview.
Methods
Participant observation is similar to 'Contextual Inquiry' and is particularly used in the field of qualitative design research. This term describes the concept where the researcher actively participates in the environment of the person being observed, in order to gain deeper insights into their behavior and needs.
Context analysis is a method used to understand and evaluate the various external and internal factors that influence a particular situation or decision. It examines social, cultural, economic and technological factors to provide a comprehensive understanding of the surrounding framework in which a product, service or user interface is used. By analysing the context, we can better understand how our design decisions work in the real environment.
An in-depth interview is a qualitative research method in which researcher gains in-depth insights into participant’s individual experiences, opinions and perspectives. In contrast to standardized questions, the focus is on an open exchange which allows to delve deeper into individual needs, emotions and motivations. We use this method to explore unique perspectives that may not be as accessible through other research methods.
Methods
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Florian is responsible for design research, sustainable design, transformation, and digitalization. Furthermore he leads the topic of PR for KITE. He is a trained designer & design researcher with a focus on sustainable transformation. Since October 2023, he is also a professor for design research and theory at the University of Arts in Linz.