Space research has long favored technological rationality and a functional approach when meeting the challenges of inhabiting extra-terrestrial space. The authors shine a spotlight on this scientific history and open up a debate around the objects and sensory experiences associated with it. At a time of unprecedented ecological crisis, investigating the issues at stake in the extra-terrestrial habitat will help us better understand what the future holds for the ways in which we live, both on Earth and elsewhere.

The Manifestes collection showcases opinions, thoughts and actions developed by figures from the words of art and design in response to contemporary issues.