Simple yet effective: why low-tech formats can be the perfect fit for your summer event
Not every event needs screens, polls or apps, especially during summer.
When the weather gets warmer, attention spans shift and the minds wander. Participants arrive with a different energy. They want to engage, but they also need space to breathe, move and recharge. This is where low-tech formats fit as a glove.
In hot or outdoor settings, high-tech solutions can quickly become barriers: projectors struggle with glare, devices overheat, the occasional rain wreaks havoc, and attendees tune out when faced with yet another QR code. In hybrid events, adding another app often amplifies friction rather than connection.
Simple, well-designed tools offer a smarter alternative.
A walking debate can activate a conversation far better than a slideshow.
A corner for sketch notes invites quiet reflection in between sessions.
A set of postcard prompts can unlock stories that no survey would capture.
Deliberately designing your event rooted in its context and purpose will sometimes mean skipping the latest tech trends.
We pay close attention to what the format needs to do and where it needs to work. For summer events, that often means choosing breathable structures that encourage participation without overwhelming the senses. Whether it's a festival-style gathering, an off-grid retreat or a hybrid conversation across time zones, low-tech doesn’t mean low engagement. It means putting people before platforms.
When conditions change, design should adapt.
The strongest formats are the ones that make space for dialogue, for focus and for each other.
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