“Hope is a memory of the future.”
by Gabriel Marcel
Susanne Kiesenhofer is an interdisciplinary creative who merges art, technology, and design to redefine experiences in both the physical and digital world.
Since joining the Ars Electronica Futurelab in 2020, Susanne has actively participated in the creation of interactive installations, client projects, Deep Space 8K installations, and her own artistic pursuits. Her involvement spans the entire creative spectrum, encompassing conceptualization, design, and development.
Her interdisciplinary journey commenced at the University of Applied Sciences in St. Pölten, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in media technology, already focusing on interactive installations. Subsequently, her pursuit of a master’s degree in InterMedia, specializing in Arts & Science at the University of Applied Sciences Vorarlberg, led her to explore topics in the field of Digital Humanities.
Over the course of her career, she has contributed to shape the digital landscape in Vienna, Dornbirn and Stuttgart.
Key Works
Interactive application for Deep Space 8K to experiment with psychological and physiological processes by exploring visitors’ heartbeats.
Interactive decision-making game for Deep Space 8K where groups of visitors try to reduce CO₂ emissions through dilemma decisions to achieve climate goals.
To mark the 200th birthday of Johann Strauss Jr., students at renowned music universities get the opportunity to work with Futurelab’s creative composition AI Ricercar.
AI, robotics, programming, and more: This mobile learning platform for primary schools in rural areas offers children a hands-on learning experience.