We spoke to Zoe about being on the panel, and the importance of design to her:
What are you most looking forward to as a V&A Innovate judge, and why?
I’m looking forward to those moments where entrants surprise and delight us. The little details that show someone enjoyed the process, reveal a new perspective or make one think differently about something overlooked.
What do this year’s themes of Renew, Connect and Move mean to you?
How long is a piece of string! They can and should mean many things to many people, that’s why they work well as themes. I don’t want to say anything more specific in case it makes people think what I say is what I’m looking for and thus head towards it.
Why is design important to you?
It is a way of demonstrating we care.
What invention / innovation could you not live without?
Pen and paper.
Can you share any top tips for students taking part in V&A Innovate this year?
Don’t the afraid to make it personal and relate to what interests and matters to you, however silly or serious, big or small.