FUTURE ’56 (2056) SMTA January 2056 Ken Gilleo PhD ET-Trends LLC (A “living” evolving workshop) January 2056 SMTA has had a Nano logo since 2035 Ken Gilleo PhD ET-Trends LLC SMTA
to a stroll down paths shaped by technology 2005 to 2055 What do you think was the biggest problem in the first half of the 21st century? Let’s see. The future – if you are not scared, your dreams are not big enough. Let us dream with courage
People changing technology Technology changing people Forces High-Leverage People changing technology Technology changing people Natural events
LIFE STYLES
2055 Most work from “home” Single households dominate
Habitat
Living Very few single dwelling “homes” Many live in a single “multi-room” Programmed room adapts to needs Applies transformation technology; “Morph-Tech” The WEE room: Entertainment/Education/Workspace Has all netlinks – powerful communication system Cinema provides all senses and beyond Wireless
URBAN SEMI-RURAL