November 13, 2017 in Dubai started Design Week. The bright part of the program is the exhibition of innovations and technologies of the Global Grad Show. Pupils and graduates of 92 design schools from 43 countries conduct an excursion into the future.
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GGS, which is held for the third time, is a large-scale and diverse exhibition in terms of gender, race, nationality, place of residence of its participants.
Brendan McGetric, director of the Global Grad Show (since 2015). In 2014, Brendan oversaw the exposition of the Russian pavilion at the Venice Biennale (together with Anton Kalgaev and Darya Paramonova). “Innovation for us is a basic way of thinking about how to make the world a better place,” says Brendan McGetric, director and curator of GGS 2017. “It requires nothing but a good idea, time and effort to turn an idea into a working prototype. The exhibition provides a deeper insight into what young designers are working in different parts of the world. ”
How to stimulate the brain
Yasunori Morinaga, University of Lausanne Art and Design (ECAL), designed the ergonomic Moove chair. The seat consists of two halves. They move independently, providing comfort to the sitting person and reducing the negative effects of prolonged sitting. The movable design stimulates the emotional center of the brain, has a beneficial effect on health, causes a surge of energy and inspiration. The “prototype” of Moove was the Limbic chair, designed by Dr. Patrick Künzler (Patrik Kunzler) and designer Ben Flüri (Ben Fluri) in 2012. Yasunori Morinaga rethought this model, making it more elegant visually and affordable.
How not to forget to turn off the light
The Zahra Ghiaci project, the University of the Arts in Isfahan, reduces power consumption. The reason was that people constantly forget to turn off the light, leaving the room. Loight is a portable luminaire charged from the station. He is invited to take with him, moving to another room, and hang on the frames - whether it be a chandelier or a desk stand. Light intensity can be adjusted.
What dishes will improve the taste of dishes
Austusja Platūkytė, Vilnius Academy of Arts, developed a biodegradable material based on algae. Composed of agar-agar and calcium carbonate, impregnation with emulsion wax. The material came out light in weight, durable, waterproof, it holds its shape well. If necessary, items made from it are easy to recycle or fertilize. Example of use - containers with lids of plywood.
What clothes grow with your baby
Developed by Ryan Mario Yasin, the Royal College of Art, has already earned him the 2017 James Dyson Award. Petit Pli is a piece of clothing that grows seven sizes with a child and suits kids from four months to three years. Pleated fabric design is inspired by the art of origami. The material can stretch in height and width, adapting to the growing organism. And it remains durable, "breathable" and resistant to pollution.
