Murakami Versailles
Versailles turns into an experimental ground until 12 December 2010, with the Murakami exhibition. When traditions clash with pop culture it leads to controversy. More on Talking Stick and INDIGO
Biennale International Design [2010]
Poetic, philosophical, political, social… The Saint Etienne International Design Biennale is one of a kind. See more photos.
Graphic Design for Development [ 2010 mini edition ]
This is a slightly updated version of the 2008 edition of The Role of Graphic Design in International Development, an article that shows how graphic designers participate in the realm of social and cultural development.
Pop Art or Street Art? In Dhaka…
The rickshaws, which originated in Japan in the 19th century, were originally built as two wheelers and pulled by human beings in a highly physical way. Today the three-wheeled pedal and chain models are the most used in Dhaka and have surprisingly given rise to a popular form of visual folk art.
Design Success Stories. Now Online.
My articles for the World Design Capital website are now online. How does design contribute to cities and the quality of life of their residents? Take a look at international best practice examples that show design’s impact on the environment, local culture, tourism experiences, transportation, and more…
Contribution for Design for Change
Cities x Design will be featured as a research project in the forthcoming title “Design for Change” published by Blackjack Editions. This newly launched publishing company is based in Brussels and Paris, and focuses on contemporary forms of creativity that go beyond conventional frames of reference.
Interview with Universidad de Chile
Earlier this month I received an e-mail from Sebastián Valenzuela about an interview request. Sebastian is part of a research team on “design curriculum modernization” and “social design” at the University’s Sschool of Design.
Here’s an edited version of the interview.
Graphic Design For Development
An updated version of the article “The Role of Graphic Design in International Development“ will be published in the forthcoming title “Designed to Save the World” by Aaris Sherin (Rockport). Featured designers include Jackson Wang and Sebastian Bettencourt from Art Center’s Designmatters programme, Saki Mafundikwa from Zimbabwe, Javin Mo from Hong Kong, and Maria Rogal from the University of Florida.
Ak Kuxtal Sian Ka’an: Empowering Artisans for Sustainable Futures in the Maya Riviera
“Ak Kuxtal Sian Ka’an,” (Kuxtal—Maya—that which gives us life; pronounced kush-tol), is a network of artisans established to counter the systemically low value, low wages, and low expectations of and by artisans and simultaneously promote environmental stewardship by fostering an economically, culturally, socially, and environmentally sustainable craft industry. (Full article)
This article was commissioned by Sali Sasaki for INDIGO and written by Maria Rogal.
Asia Culture Forum 2010
This presentation was given during the Asia Culture Forum 2010 in Gwangju (South Korea). It showcases best practice examples that reflect the various ways in which creativity and design can define local culture. From the United States to Japan, and in other international locations, traditional and contemporary forms of culture are being shaped in urban environments.
Cities x Design at Shanghai’s Better City Better Life
Cities x Design was selected by Cumulus to be part of their 2010 conference in Shanghai entitled “Young Creators for Better City and Better Life”. Framed within the theme “Old and Young” this video features best design practice examples from American cities.
