Here is a collection of material and furniture trends from this year’s Design week in London. Exhibitions and events were more spread out in the city than ever before.
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Breathing Colour Informative Exhibition
The name of the exhibition Breathing Colour at the Design Museum in London comes from light’s ability to make colours come to life. It has been put together by a famous Dutch textile designer Hella Jongerius. Going through the exhibition is a visual learning experience about the use of colour in industrial design.
Making Prototypes and Experiments
Making prototypes as a part of the creative process has become a lot more accessible during recent years. Allowing to see as early in the design process as possible a 3D outcome is a great advantage. It enables more iterations and improvements to the finished product.
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Jonathan Ive Talk at Design Museum
What’s next for design was asked from Jonathan Ive, the famous Apple Senior Vice President of Design; probably the most influential designer of the world at the moment. The interview was part of London Design Museum’s 25 year anniversary celebrations. Continue reading
‘Wish List’ Design Collaborations at V&A
The V&A museum in London is presenting a fantastic collection of new products designed by emerging talent called a Wish List. Ideas for the products have come from ten masters, the big names in design at the moment.
Managing the Design Legacy
A panel discussion during London Design Festival took place about a hot topic for many heritage brands: How to manage the Design Legacy? The discussion was held between Paula Day (daughter of Robin and Lucienne Day), Paul Newman from Case Furniture and design historian Charlotte Fiell, Continue reading
Hello My Name Is Paul Smith
“Lot of people look but not see.” Paul Smith
I’ve been told that Paul Smith is a very nice man. It is easy to believe walking through the exhibition Hello My Name is Paul Smith at the Design Museum. His spirit of warmth, humour and wit comes strongly across from the exhibition. Continue reading
