What does it mean to be Slow? Mindfulness. Imagination. Intention. Collaboration. Action.  As you greet 2010, we hope you’ll take a moment to reflect on how these qualities might be part of your year ahead.

In 2010, slowLab will continue to promote and teach Slow design as form of creative and collective activism, and we’ll tap the knowledge and energy of our ever-expanding network of Slow creative activists to chart new territories of research, creative expression and participation.  We also plan to facilitate an increasing number of public dialogues, workshops and academic programs to promote cross-pollination of Slow ideas, processes and resources.  And we look forward to helping new clients and institutions find out how Slow design principles can enhance, expand and potentially transform their thinking, programming and/or infrastructure.

February 2010
The cross-disciplinary ‘Curated Expedition to the Baltic Sea’ invites Finnish and Estonian artists to marvel at the Baltic Sea and their personal relationship to the changing environment. A key aspect of the marine expeditions is traveling SLOW, using methods of transport that only moderately burden the environment.  Canoe, hot air balloon, marine research vessel, and rowboat are a few recommendations provided by the program. Look here for more info>

The DESIS network (Design for Social Innovation and Sustainability) is growing, and we're looking to set up a DESIS-Local group for the Netherlands and Germany. Contact us if you'd like to get involved.