Sophie takes the stance that people do not need to design more 'stuff'. Instead, we should focus on designing new ways of seeing. We have enough; we have to learn to recognise that. Through creating tools to shift our perspectives, we can move away from the current patterns of exploitation, isolation and consumption, and towards societies grounded in trust, joy and connection.
About the "living without a house" project
I chose to live without my own house in Eindhoven on a quest to find more connected ways of living. This project began by questioning one of our most fundamental certainties: the idea that we need to have a home, a fixed place to live. By deliberately choosing to be without a traditional home, I explored alternative ways of living that depend on a stronger connection to community, nature, and myself.
Sophie's current work at Mediamatic
Sophie: "I am collaborating with Mediamatic and their neighbours living outside to explore the topic of houselessness in the area. My work at Mediamatic is not an attempt to "solve" the problem of houselessnes in Amsterdam. There are many brilliant organisations already working to support these individuals. However, through active engagement I am exploring how we can connect and relate with people who are differently housed then us. Exploring the potential to welcome rather than fear our neighbours, and to build a more collaborative supportive culture."
