Formative Feedback for Design Lab

Design Brief 1: Senior Savvy Starts at Home

Develop an activity that is targeted at youths and young adults to influence them to be more aware and mindful of their current relationships with their older family members (parents/grandparents etc.).

Background: 

• We need to address the issue of ageism on a micro-level – our families – before we critique how society (macro-level and meso-level) mistreats older adults.
• Research shows that poor family relationships is one of the stronger predictors of ageist attitudes. 

Approaching the brief: 

• This brief asks for the design and facilitation of a fun and interactive activity in hopes of enabling the younger generations to be more aware that their time with their ageing family members is limited and they should start caring for them more when they have the chance to. 
• The activity could be then be modified into a family game or a bonding activity for an intergenerational audience. 

Design Brief 2: Generation to Generation

Design an artefact that will assist the younger generations in inciting their interest to uncover past memories with their families – mainly their parents and grandparents.

Background:

• Past memories are important to everyone as they give us a nostalgic feeling and remind us of the happy times with our loved ones. 
• Photographs and memorabilia are visual representations of past stories, feelings, places, and most importantly, the people. 
• The physical family photo book is a treasured possession of families as it contains many cherished memories. It is also a keepsake that can be passed down from generation to generation. However, they are far less common today than in the past. 

Approaching the brief:

• This brief asks for a social mechanism to induce a collaborative activity between the generations to unearth hidden narratives and stories, relive past memories, and hopefully, create new adventures together.