“We wanted to ignite curiosity about the human mind and create a space for reflection, especially in a world where technology is so embedded in our lives,” said curator Victoria Chua, who brought Mirror Mirror to life in collaboration with global creative and multimedia studio Moment Factory.
The experience also draws on diverse local voices, with neuroscientists and artists contributing to its development. In the Grey Matter room, for instance, visuals by Singaporean artist Genevieve Chua are paired with bite-sized insights about the brain. “This layered approach ensures that the exhibition is enjoyable for all ages – fun and accessible for younger visitors, yet reflective and thought-provoking for adults,” explained Ms Victoria Chua.
Technology plays an active role here, too. From AI to motion sensors, these interactive tools mirror the brain’s adaptability, responding to visitors in real time – much like how our minds constantly learn and evolve. In the Open Window room, visitors can input a piece of their memory into an app, which then transforms it into a piece of prose and AI-generated imagery, mimicking how the brain turns experiences into creative expression. The result? A whimsical yet insightful look at how we think, feel and imagine, using art and technology to shed light on the mind’s inner workings.
FASHION REIMAGINED THROUGH SCIENCE AND NATURE
Fashion might seem like a tactile art form, but for Dutch designer Iris van Herpen, it’s also a frontier for innovation. Since the founding of her atelier in 2007, the former Alexander McQueen protégé has redefined haute couture through the use of 3D printing, laser cutting and unconventional materials in a process she calls “craftolution”.
