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Studio Visit: Thomas Heatherwick Studio

Heatherwick Studio is a wonderful place where almost anything can happen. V&A Channel visited the studio, and spent some time with the founder, the maverick Thomas Heatherwick, and head of innovation, Stuart Wood, to discuss projects past and present, and how Heatherwick Studio developed their extraordinary approach to design.

By V&A Channel – 22.08.2012
  
Superhuman: Exploring Human Enhancement Throughout the Ages

From Icarus to i-Limbs, Wellcome Collection’s summer exhibition takes a sporting moment to explore the extraordinary ways humans have sought to improve, adapt and enhance their body’s performance.

By Millie Ross – 10.08.2012
  
Daily Poetry: Toys for Contemplation

How do you unwind and switch off? Central Saint Martins MA Textile Futures student Ingrid Hulskamp’s graduation work is all about contemplative design. A self-described ‘design poet’, her handblown glass objects aim to bring moments of calm amidst the chaos.

By Rachel Perlmutter – 02.07.2012
  
ReMake:Remodel: MA Industrial Design at Central Saint Martins

Central Saint Martins MA Industrial designer Merve Kahraman has created a series of beautiful and clever lamps. Take a look at how she regenerates pre-existing objects, such as candles and knitting machines, into fantastic analogue lighting systems.

By Millie Ross – 22.06.2012
  
Southbank Festival of The World: Tilt Creative Director on the co-make process

A disused space under the Queen Elizabeth Hall has been transformed into a Festival Village from June 1st – September 9th. Lead by TILT, the project uses the ‘comake’ process: volunteers have signed up to design and build the space from scratch. Over 200 participants have pitched in with architecture, design, visual art, photography and construction. We talk Oliver Marlow, Creative Director at TILT about the process.

By Millie Ross – 01.06.2012
  

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