Poppy Booth -- a graduate of Kingston University in London, undertakes a curious, engaging and a highly relatable approach to societal issues. The creative is strongly inspired by "the anti-consumerist work of Italian modernist designer Enzo Mari." As a result, Booth creates two forward-thinking objects that subtly offer a commentary on political engagement and opinionated discourse.
The first of the design-driven objects is a Megaphone for Introverts that allows individuals to speak their mind with privacy since the item boasts a face-covering plate. The second is a Nihilist Soapbox. The object is often utilized by activists as a pedestal. Since being a nihilist means that one perceives life as meaningless, the soapbox doubles as a carry-all box.
Politically Minded Design Objects
Poppy Booth's Approach to Societal Issues is Curious & Quirky
Trend Themes
1. Social Commentary Design - Design objects that offer subtle commentary on political engagement and opinionated discourse.
2. Introvert Empowerment - Designs that empower introverts to speak their minds with privacy.
3. Nihilist Activism - Objects that double as a pedestal and carry-all box for participating in activism while embodying the nihilist philosophy.
Industry Implications
1. Product Design - The product design industry can utilize socially conscious design as a marketable selling point for their products.
2. Activism - The activism industry can use design objects that resonate with philosophical worldviews to encourage unconventional forms of activism.
3. Societal Discourse - The societal discourse industry can promote thoughtful discourse and the exploration of different worldviews through design objects.