Dérive (concept)

Dérive is a concept from the Situationist International that involves purposeless drifting through urban environments, encouraging people to explore their surroundings freely. Instead of following planned routes, individuals let impulse and intuition guide them, uncovering unnoticed aspects of cities and challenging everyday routines. This spontaneous wandering aims to foster new perceptions, creativity, and a deeper connection with the environment, highlighting the social and psychological effects of urban design. Essentially, dérive is a playful shift from routine navigation, inviting personal discovery and fresh perspectives within the urban landscape.