Mark and Fiona delivered presentations on current design festival models and the kinds of things that go on at such events.
Stockholm Design Week (Stockholm Furniture and Light Fair): The design week was launched in 2002 as an umbrella event for the Furniture and Light fair which has been running for over 60 years making it one of the oldest events going. From the examples shown, it seems that the fair isn't just about showcasing design products (although that is pretty important) but more the way in which things are displayed, similar to art installations. The whole event is a memorable experience with design to be admired from every aspect.
The Glass Elephant Installation was used to showcase glass pieces from several designers. This is such an exciting way to exhibit design, yet it still doesn't take away from the pieces themselves. The contrast between the fragile glass wear and the heavy bulky robots seen to be taking care of the pieces is playful and fun. AND it all takes place in a mystical looking cave.
80 Sheets of Mountains by Nendo provides the backdrop for a seating area at the entrance to the fair. Sustainability seems to be important to all involved at this festival as the installation collapses back down to be used again as well as taking up minimal space when being transported.
Swedish architect Gert Wingårdh and Finnish artist Kustaa Saksi created a paper installation above the area in which talks would take place. Again, not necessarily exhibiting product, but the design is still important to create an experience for every part of the event.
Glass Elephant, 2013/ 80 Sheets of Mountains by Nendo, 2013/ Paper Installation by Wingårdh and Saksi, 2013
The Glass Elephant Installation was used to showcase glass pieces from several designers. This is such an exciting way to exhibit design, yet it still doesn't take away from the pieces themselves. The contrast between the fragile glass wear and the heavy bulky robots seen to be taking care of the pieces is playful and fun. AND it all takes place in a mystical looking cave.
80 Sheets of Mountains by Nendo provides the backdrop for a seating area at the entrance to the fair. Sustainability seems to be important to all involved at this festival as the installation collapses back down to be used again as well as taking up minimal space when being transported.
Swedish architect Gert Wingårdh and Finnish artist Kustaa Saksi created a paper installation above the area in which talks would take place. Again, not necessarily exhibiting product, but the design is still important to create an experience for every part of the event.
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