The Power Nap Epoch: A Speculative Design

Vienna, January 2023.

The project explores speculative design centered on human hibernation as a response to future energy challenges. Inspired by the potential for seasonal torpor, the project envisions a future where humans conserve both physical and emotional energy by resting during periods of depletion. It imagines a world where rest and pause become essential survival strategies, challenging contemporary ideas of productivity. This concept raises ethical, social, and technological questions about who would have access to such advancements and how they might reshape society’s structure.

The Cocoon Bed installation offers a space for reflection, encouraging participants to slow down and recharge. Drawing inspiration from artists like Chris Burden and Ernesto Neto, the project blends speculative design with immersive experience, inviting interaction and highlighting the vital role of rest.