Pecha Kucha is a Japanese word that literally translates as ”chit-chat” or ”the sound of the conversation”. This style of presentation was created in Tokyo in 2003 by architects Astrid Klein and Mark Dytham. They introduced it as a platform for young designers to come together, showcase their work, and exchange ideas through brief presentations. The core principle behind Pecha Kucha was to "talk less, show more".
In this style, presenters tell stories using images rather than lengthy text. Each presentation follows the 20x20 rule and consists of precisely 20 slides, each displayed for only 20 seconds. This strict timing means the entire presentation lasts just 6 minutes and 40 seconds.
The challenge lies in conveying ideas effectively within this brief timeframe, requiring speakers to be concise and impactful. The auto-advancing slides keep the pace swift, leaving no room for going back or lingering.
Advantages of Pecha Kucha presentations:
Keep in mind: the audience can ask questions only at the end of presentation.
