BLOCKCHAIN:UNCHAINED New Tools for Democracy

The exhibition delves into the intersection of Blockchain technology and Decentralised Autonomous Organisations (DAOs) within the framework of democratic decision-making. Commissioned by the MAK Museum in Vienna, I collaborated with the design collective Gemeinde-Bau to design this immersive experience. Visitors embark on a playful journey through four distinct areas, where interactive components blend seamlessly with textual explanations, introducing the potential uses of these innovative technologies. In this living room space, guests engage as part of a shared home, offering input while learning about Smart Contracts. In the MAK Garden, visitors actively participate in DAO voting mechanisms by choosing which real events to hold at the MAK Garden (MAK Kunstrasen), bringing the concept of voting to life. Both this area and the concluding section feature infinity mirrors that visually symbolise the blockchain, immersing guests in its endless possibilities. The Critic Room challenges perceptions by altering mirror axes to create a surreal, bottomless, and topless effect, highlighting the limitations and challenges these technologies pose. Featuring Ettore Sottsass building blocks, the last area invites visitors to construct and foster discussions. A large word search wall introduces various terms related to DAOs, stimulating dialogue and exploration of their connections.