This architectonic blind/partition by Rikako Iwamoto looks great in the front but not-that-appealing at the back with the connection threads to form the shape running everywhere
These matt aluminium mirrors by Daniel Rybakken are pretty sexy, especially it conceals any imperfrections on your face and make you look - mysteriously remote - from your true face. The shape also make it versatile - either wall-hung or stand-on-its-own
Tent London has remained relevant and maintained a healthy number of exhibitors this year despite the economic downtown (unlike 100% Design which looks empty once you walk out of the main hall). The variety of exhibitors has kept the show interesting, bringing in a considerable number of korean exhibitors (but their ideas are not that bright compared to their european counterparts in my opinion) as well as the portugal area (which I had missed totally due to no clear signage at the main entrance when I left - don't tell me to read the map, get better wayfinding next year!)
Handsome solid wood furniture from London's own de la espada
Tokyo Wonder by W0W at the digital section - this japanese establishment has the ability to transform ordinary elements into impressive super-cool silk-smooth motions
See the action by yourself -
'tokyo wonder' by W0W - strongly recommended to watch in HD
Horizon by Flynn Talbot - motion-sensitive colour-changing background/screen
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Design Museum, this night was arranged with live DJ and a few gimmick events. Those who has bought tickets could not only see the 3 shows currently running in the museum, but also took part in the events. Not very impressed with no free drinks - rather pay a few quids more for entry and at least get a free glass of champagne. But then, perhaps they aim at getting the number up instead of making everyone in happy...
Street light chandelier by Thomas Heatherwick - romantic and beautiful
The timeline is a very good exhibit, dividing events from 1950 to 2009 into 4 main aspects - social-political on top, the built environment (architecture & interiors) the second, graphics & media publishing the third, and product design at the bottom.
The other show is on Spanish designer Javier Mariscal. The creator of the Barcelona Olympics mascot, this show has demonstrated the talents of the master. The overall set arrangement is also better than the Super Contemporary show, probably due to the fact that all works are only from a single designer so it is more consistent in style.
The show next to Mariscal is dedicated to the passed-away architect of the Future Systems, Jan Kaplicky. His signature 'futuristic' touch on the works shown is also a symbol of the outlook of cityscape towards the 21st century. Now we have already entered the 'new' century, technology is evolving at an unprecedented speed, there are many possibilities lying ahead which await our exploration. Jan's neo-post-modernist style maybe more suitable to remain as a memory of the era that we dreamt about the future, not living in one.
National Library in Prague - can you imagine this would appear in the medieval Czech city?
Wallpaper* & Bernhadt Design's launch party at St Pancras Hotel
Here are our top 10 picks (in no particular order) for London Design Festival this year, with a bit of art power! -
