Workshop: Gentle Tech Revolution: Designing for Human Connection
As technology continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, the Gentle Tech Revolution is shifting the focus of industrial and product design toward creating technology that prioritizes human connection, simplicity, and emotional resonance. This workshop, led by Fabio Verdelli, Founder and Creative Director of Fabio Verdelli | Design Studio, explores how designers can craft thoughtful, human-centric solutions that balance technological innovation with empathy and purpose.
With a strong emphasis on industrial and product design, Verdelli will guide participants through the principles of Gentle Tech—designing objects and systems that feel intuitive, tactile, and emotionally intelligent. Leveraging his extensive experience and collaborations with global brands, Verdelli will reveal how this emerging design philosophy influences every aspect of product development, from concept ideation to material selection, functionality, and aesthetics.
Drawing on case studies from leading brands, as well as original designs by Verdelli, participants will gain unique insights into how Gentle Tech is reshaping the industrial design landscape. The workshop will explore practical strategies to create products that connect with users on a deeper level, combining cutting-edge technology with timeless design principles.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to explore:
- The Core Principles of Gentle Tech: Learn how to design products that are intuitive, tactile, and emotionally resonant, while balancing technological innovation with human needs.
- Human-Centered Product Development: Discover strategies for integrating empathy into every stage of the design process, from concept ideation to prototyping and final production.
- Materiality and Aesthetics for Connection: Understand how material choices, textures, and visual design evoke emotional responses and foster deeper user engagement.
- Case Studies and Best Practices: Explore real-world examples of Gentle Tech in action, including iconic designs from leading brands and Fabio Verdelli’s own portfolio.
As technology continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, the Gentle Tech Revolution is shifting the focus of industrial and product design toward creating technology that prioritizes human connection, simplicity, and emotional resonance. This workshop, led by Fabio Verdelli, Founder and Creative Director of Fabio Verdelli | Design Studio, explores how designers can craft thoughtful, human-centric solutions that balance technological innovation with empathy and purpose.
With a strong emphasis on industrial and product design, Verdelli will guide participants through the principles of Gentle Tech—designing objects and systems that feel intuitive, tactile, and emotionally intelligent. Leveraging his extensive experience and collaborations with global brands, Verdelli will reveal how this emerging design philosophy influences every aspect of product development, from concept ideation to material selection, functionality, and aesthetics.
Drawing on case studies from leading brands, as well as original designs by Verdelli, participants will gain unique insights into how Gentle Tech is reshaping the industrial design landscape. The workshop will explore practical strategies to create products that connect with users on a deeper level, combining cutting-edge technology with timeless design principles.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to explore:
- The Core Principles of Gentle Tech: Learn how to design products that are intuitive, tactile, and emotionally resonant, while balancing technological innovation with human needs.
- Human-Centered Product Development: Discover strategies for integrating empathy into every stage of the design process, from concept ideation to prototyping and final production.
- Materiality and Aesthetics for Connection: Understand how material choices, textures, and visual design evoke emotional responses and foster deeper user engagement.
- Case Studies and Best Practices: Explore real-world examples of Gentle Tech in action, including iconic designs from leading brands and Fabio Verdelli’s own portfolio.
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