2084: DIORAMA OF THE FUTURE
2084, Diorama of the Future is an architectural speculation on the challenges of the post-Anthropocene era. The scenario deals with the reconstruction of a near future in which some cities are submerged, while others endure extreme conditions, direct consequences of the climate emergency. Amidst this turbulence, a diverse group of human and non-human explorers parachutes into 2084, facing the challenge of survival and reconstruction.
Designed by MAIA students, the project transforms part of the historic annexes of Villa Bagatti Valsecchi into a dynamic and performative diorama inviting visitors to reflect on contemporary environmental and societal dilemmas. While 19th-century dioramas always presented romanticized visions of exotic natures behind glass screens that detached visitors from their complexities, Diorama of the Future inserts visitors right at the center of damaged environments, calling for new ecosystemic actions. In this large climatic device, both students and visitors will take on the role of inhabitants of a changing vivarium, whose evolution will problematize the relation between vision, appropriation, and climatic change.
The projects were designed by MAIA students under the direction of Youri Kravtchenko assisted by Cecile-Diama Samb and presented during the Salone del Mobile 2024.
THE NAP
For some years now, the world's directives have been in agreement: governments have simply decided to abandon the idea of rest and sleep as an obstacle to productivity. In the midst of this desolation, a small group of refugees is defying the suffocating grip of this decision. Together, they wove a large nomadic bed that could withstand the scorching rays of the sun during the day and sleep anywhere at night.
A succession of sheaths made from anti-radiation fabric filled with cotton insulation, spherical polycarbonate lamps, ropes and steel tubes. Designed and sewn by Alexandra Miskufova and Valentina Pantalena.
THE CAMP
Condemned to a form of indefinite transhumance, the climate refugees decided to thin k as much about the means of their survival as about breaking the boredom. The torrential rain, the increased exposure to various waves and, above all, the scorching sun forced them to come up with a tent that was as protective as it was transportable. A "Swiss Army knife" box unfolds into a space dedicated to celebration. A multi-purpose shape conceals the long table on which glasses, plates and tools clash.
The tent is made from shaped anodised aluminium tubes, with a two - layer fabric: aluminium to protect against waves, and black and white striped fabric to protect against water and rain. The trolley is based on a hijacked bicycle trolley, body in heat - welded aluminium, cnc cut, solar panel. Designed and built by Ségolène Davister , Natalia Krymskaya and Marie Torrione.
THE TREAT
"If they behave well and do the job, let's give them a little treat to keep them coming back" This is essentially the trap that companies thought they could set for escaped workers continuing their exodus from the world of work. This ironic rocket was thought up as a kitchen drone by the food giants of the 2080s under the title "Plaisir d'Offrir".
Cupboard made from solid - stained mdf, covered with anodised aluminium sheets. Chromed steel legs. Marble, oak, hob. Designed by Andreas Laskaris and Marie Schild.