Charlotte Kemp uses her collections of globes and clocks as a framework for thinking about the future. Globes shift perspective on space, clocks emphasize the urgency of now. Together they help you understand where you are, imagine what's next, and decide what matters today.
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Time and space, 2 concepts that have fascinated us for centuries. I'm Charlotte Kemp, a futurist who's captivated by the mysteries of our world and the possibilities that lie ahead. Everyone has their unique way of seeing the world. For my husband and I, we collect these— globes and clocks. You could say we're a little obsessed with time and space. But it's not just a hobby, it's a reflection of how we think about the future. Globes represent space, the vast, intricate web of our world. They remind us that our perspectives are always shifting and expanding. As we turn a globe, we see a different story. A different viewpoint. In a way, the globes teach us to think beyond our immediate surroundings and to imagine what is out there. Clocks, on the other hand, remind us of time. They're a symbol of the ticking moments, the urgency of now, and the endless possibilities of tomorrow. Just as time moves forward, so must our thinking, adapting, and evolving with every tick. So when you combine time and In this space, you get a powerful metaphor for futures thinking. It's about understanding where we are, imagining where we could be, and making decisions today that will shape our world tomorrow.