About

Outside of my work in design and visualization, I have a bunch of interests that keep life interesting.

DIY Projects: I love diving into DIY projects like building speakers, customizing PCs, fixing phones, and making furniture. These hands-on activities not only scratch my creative itch but also help me appreciate everyday objects more.

Nature and Outdoors: Nature is my go-to for relaxation and inspiration. I enjoy camping, hiking, and motorcycling through the stunning landscapes of Scandinavia. Being outdoors balances my design work and gives me new perspectives.

Intellectual Engagement: I'm always curious and love exploring different topics. Listening to podcasts and interviews with experts about life's big questions and ideas keeps me thinking deeply, which adds a thoughtful touch to my design work.

Books and Sci-Fi: When I'm not busy with other things, I love reading, especially sci-fi. Getting lost in imaginative worlds and futuristic concepts sparks my creativity and lets me think beyond the everyday.

VISION

I think we're living in a world that's quickly becoming more transhumanistic, with technology advancing fast and blending into our daily lives, making sci-fi scenarios a reality. Some of these scenarios are more exciting than others, but they all make us think about the future and the potential risks and benefits of new technologies.

These tech innovations are fascinating and drive us to create them, but they can also change how we see the world in unexpected ways. For example, Verbeek's 2008 analysis of ultrasound really got me thinking. Ultrasound changed reproductive healthcare by letting us see inside the womb for the first time. It made the unborn visible as people and turned pregnancy into a medical process, altering an experience that used to be just between mothers and their unborn babies.

I'm not against ultrasound; I just believe we need to think about how new technologies change our lives, much like science fiction does. By asking important questions—how do these technologies shape our lives, are the problems they solve real, should we rely on tech solutions—we can make sure they have a positive impact. During my time at TU/e, I've spent a lot of time thinking about which technologies make me happy and improve my life, and I've avoided those that don't. I believe this careful consideration will be even more important as we move further into a transhumanistic future.

IDENTITY

I approach new and emerging technologies with critical curiosity, diving into both the excitement and concerns they bring. With rapid advancements happening all the time, it's essential to understand and discuss their complex impacts. I start by exploring academic research to identify key questions and then visually communicate these through imaginative future scenarios.

I aim to keep an open mind, considering different viewpoints and anticipating potential limitations of new inventions. Using storytelling and speculative design, I create interactive experiences that encourage people to think and talk about these complex issues. By visualizing potential futures with drawings and prototypes, I make academic ideas more accessible to the public.

I love collaborating with academics and thinkers from various fields to gain new insights, get feedback, and push the exploration process forward. While verbal presentation isn't my strongest suit, I believe my demonstrators and prototypes can make a significant impact, helping us all understand and shape how we want to use future technologies.