About the Animal Futures Project
This project explores a possible, speculative future where animals play a more active role in global society. This scenario transcends a narrow anthropocentric worldview, envisioning a world that is more sustainable, culturally vibrant, and evolutionarily fit.
These ideas are not fabricated from scratch; each speculative future scenario is inspired by real-life historical events. This project aims to spark a discussion on the potential value such a future holds for humanity and the Earth as a whole. Additionally, it begins to explore the moral implications for all parties involved. If this future is possible, is it truly something we want to work towards?
Mikel Freemon
Mikel is a human who was Airbnb’s Head of Animals and created the vision for Airbnb’s Ethical Animal Experiences category.
Nicolas Weidinger
Nic, also a human, has crafted speculative design objects and immersive experiences for the Institute for the Future.