Posthuman Design
Design Futures/Fiction
A design philosophy that considers the evolving relationship between humans and technology, exploring design possibilities beyond traditional human-centered perspectives. Posthuman design may involve the integration of technology with the human body or the creation of non-human-centric design solutions.
In practice
Within the realm of speculative design, posthuman design explores the implications of emerging technologies on the future evolution of humanity. Designers engaging in posthuman design consider how technology, biology, and societal factors may shape the posthuman condition, prompting discussions about the ethical, cultural, and existential dimensions of designing for a future where humans and technology intertwine in novel and transformative ways.
Questions
What is Posthuman Design?
Posthuman design questions the assumption that humans are the only or primary users, considering other species, ecosystems and machines as stakeholders.
Why do you use Posthuman Design?
Human-centred design has produced outcomes that are excellent for users and disastrous for everything else. Widening the frame changes the brief.
How do you use/apply Posthuman Design?
Identify the non-human stakeholders affected, give them standing in the process, and evaluate the design against their interests too.
When do you use Posthuman Design?
In environmental, agricultural and infrastructure work, and as a critical lens anywhere.
Who uses Posthuman Design?
Critical designers, researchers and increasingly sustainability practitioners.
