Paper: Dr. Leonardo Bonanni (Speaker)

Alicia V. Mucha
April 3, 2008
102 B



“Meant to last” is a phrase that is no longer as familiar to people today as it once was. In a world focused on technological advancements and a fast paced life style, the idea of anything being everlasting has practically diminished. Stovetop ovens evolved into microwaves, television sets into flat screens, and mainframe computers into iPhones. Shockingly, all these drastic transformations occurred in a span of 20 years. With an awe-inspiring flow of renovation and technological advances, it’s likely to state that anything is possible. Conventional methods of life and traditional means of operation are evolving into a “ubiquitous” realm filled with endless possibilities and mind-blowing inventions. To further explain this “ubiquitous” future, is designer and architect named, Dr. Leonardo Bonanni. On March 27th, 2008, Hofstra’s Graphic Design students were met with the extraordinary opportunity and experience of meeting an ingenious man who shared both his ideas on “smart objects/ smart spaces” as well as the future.

As an overachieving individual with a concentration in Architecture and design, Leonardo Bonanni found tradition dull and uninspiring. Bonanni had a desire to create and design for the future, leading him to invent objects within the categories of “ubiquitous computing; tangible interfaces, ambient displays, augmented reality, and wearable computers.” Within these four categories, Bonanni provided images and evidence proving the unbelievable inventions he refers to as “smart objects/smart spaces” to be reality. These technological advances include gadgets such as: a flexible computer screen, glass bottles and an rabbit robot which both play music, human Pac man, and computerized clothing and accessories.

In conclusion, Dr. Leonardo Bonanni views life as a constant evolution with endless possibilities. It is evident that Bonanni firmly believes anything in regards to technology is probable and achievable; urging individuals to strive for the future get lost in thoughts and pursue ideas. Living in a now “ubiquitous” world, communication is readily attained in many aspects, technology is soaring, and focus is on the future. Dr. Leonardo Bonanni effectively describes and strives to instill the philosophy of ever changing rather than everlasting.