"Sheltering in Space – A Guide" will delve into the concept of sustainable space shelters, addressing the extreme conditions of space while considering cultural, social, and psychological factors.
The exhibition presents artworks that engage in a dialogue with space architecture and infrastructure for space travel on Earth, opening up the usually closed, controlled environments of mission control rooms to a broader audience. This unique approach combines scientific and engineering perspectives with artistic interpretations of sheltering, offering a reflection on the values and implications behind these endeavors. Some of the artworks have been developed in collaboration with space experts and scientists, pushing the boundaries of today's scientific knowledge into a speculative future through sci-fi narratives. Through diverse artistic contributions, the exhibition explores key elements of space sheltering, such as life support systems, in-situ resource utilization (ISRU), the use of local materials and recyclability, and the challenge of traveling light. It also prompts critical questions about the true meaning of shelter and its connection to land and supporting infrastructure. Furthermore, the exhibition addresses thematic events that explore food systems, the relationship between astronauts and their shelter environment, and the psychological impacts of space travel, such as the altered perception of time and space.
