Our Future Is Somewhere Here©

[social game] [artist game] [mixed mediums] [2024]

Our Future Is Somewhere Here© is a social artistic game for people who are interested in exploring potential future scenarios and are open to asking themselves questions about the relation between past, present, and future. It is a tool for people to have valuable conversations without fighting about today's hot topics.

Created during my art residency at CYENS, ThinkerMaker Space, and EdMedia (Nicosia, CY).

▶ documentation of the game on alwiki
▶ documentation of my CYENS residency on alwiki
▶ research reader with references and glossary
▶▶ exhibition information on ThinkerMaker Space’s website

▶ pitch deck for publishers

// game board and cards » digital print
// pawns » 3D print
// video » 4:08 min (scroll down to see it)

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Our Future Is Somewhere Here© is an original artwork and participatory game concept created and developed by Ål Nik (Alexandra Nikolova). This includes its title, all visual elements, text, design structures, sound, and associated intellectual and artistic expressions presented online, in print, and in public formats.

No part of this project may be reproduced, distributed, or adapted without prior written permission from the author.

For permissions, collaborations, or licensing inquiries, please get in touch at aaaalnik@gmail.com.

Presented at Dutch Design Week 2025

Our Future Is Somewhere Here© was selected for the Dutch Design Week 2025, where it was showcased as part of the official programme. The presentation introduced the game to an international audience of designers, educators, researchers, and cultural practitioners.

Learn more on my Wiki here.