Cité du design - Bâtiments H

In the dictionary, sixth sense is defined as a synonym of intuition, or creative empathy; qualities which we sometimes bestow on designers. This faculty would appear necessary in fact to be able to go beyond simple reason and to produce living environments which are neither standard nor de-stabilizing, but which are adapted to the full range of human diversity. How does creation deal with the relation between the norm and the accident, between the standard and disorder? Thanks to this illuminating perception, this sixth sense, designers can conceive improved user comfort for all, by taking into consideration the frailties of some, the specificities of others. It thus becomes possible to ensure a cohabitation of uses, practices and needs which are both common and, at the same time, particular.

The Sixth Sense exhibition is designed by Isabelle Gomez, designer, and Bernard Laroche, consultant, both commissioned by the collectif Designers+. This presentation brings together actions and projects from local authorities, enterprises, laboratories and designers. All have in common the aim of finding products, services and accessible spaces which are attractive to all, by giving each visitor the possibility to "experience the other".