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In a world characterized by rapid changes and evolving tastes, the pursuit of timeless design represents a commitment to enduring values. It reflects an understanding that true beauty and functionality are not confined to a particular era but rather have the capacity to transcend temporal constraints. Timeless designs become classics, eternally relevant and appreciated for their ability to stand apart from the ephemeral trends that come and go. onedropdesignstudio.co.uk

Sharing Direct Create's ongoing research dives into the wellspring of Traditional Knowledge Systems (TKS) and unfurls its indispensable role in sculpting modern narratives, designs, and products. A swift journey, tracing back to the magnificent lattice screens 'Jali's' of the bygone eras in northern India.  Unfolding the timeless dialogue between nature and human ingenuity. Nature's narrative not only reverberates with the modern ethos of merging tradition with contemporary vision but also amplifies it. We have meticulously threaded the past's profound wisdom with today's innovative spirit and envision a future where design echoes the elegance of nature and the richness of our heritage.  The Leaf-Diamond motif, a quintessence of this meld, exemplifies how age-old geometric precision can seamlessly blend with modern aesthetics, creating a lexicon of design that's both evocative and forward-thinking.  I invite you to delve into this narrative... #TraditionalKnowledgeSystems, #ModernDesign, #HeritageInspiration, #NatureInfusedDesign, #DesignInnovation, #HistoricalNarratives, #GeometryInDesign, #DirectCreate, #DesignLegacy, #ArchitecturalHeritage Sheela venkatraman LunkadManoj Amangi Malobika Pal https://lnkd.in/dne4pN_9

🌟 Unlocking the Secrets of Timeless Design 🕰️ In the dynamic realm of design, let's delve into the world of "Timeless Design." Explore iconic creations across various domains and uncover the enduring charm that surpasses eras. Discover the essence of design that leaves a lasting impression and transforms the ordinary into extraordinary. 🚀 Read the full article here: 👉🏼 https://lnkd.in/dJTqYeup

Exploring the Principles of Minimalist Design Exploring the principles of minimalist design concept appeals to me mainly because of its simplistic nature and concentration on important items only. undefined Click the link for more info... https://lnkd.in/diFeKdkc

PDF Perspective on Design: Research, Education and Practice Daniel Raposo, João Neves, José Silva digsell This book presents the outcomes of recent endeavors that are expected to foster significant advances in the areas of communication design, fashion design, interior design, and product design, as well as overlapping areas. The fourteen chapters highlight carefully selected contributions presented during the 6th EIMAD conference, held on February 22–23, 2018 at the School of Applied Arts, Campus da Talagueira, in Castelo Branco, Portugal. They report on outstanding advances that offer new theoretical perspectives and practical research directions in design, and which are aimed at fostering communication in a global, digital world, while also addressing key individual and societal needs. https://lnkd.in/d6Vae9Pi

Central to the design theory, is the understanding that the ultimate canvas is the human experience. The symbiosis of art and architecture is not an abstract concept but a lived reality where spaces shape emotions, provoke thoughts, and inspire creativity. The success lies in its ability to surpass the functional and elevate the built environment into a dimension where everyday life becomes an artistic expression. In conclusion, the theory on the interaction between art and architecture advocates for a holistic approach where the boundaries between these disciplines dissolve. https://lnkd.in/gM64caBj

What is Mid-Century Modern design style, and is it right for you? Find out in this blog post. https://lnkd.in/g6qR2kAG

🤫 Shhh this cabinet is full of secrets… False bottoms and hidden draws helped conceal everything from financial forgery to romantic affairs. The idea of private vs public gained traction in the 18th century, and was reflected in the design of furniture within the home. Desperate to peek inside? The key to understanding design today is to unlock key moments from the past. Learn about 17th and 18th century design in the first seminar of our Observations: Moments in Design History series. 10am–4pm, Sat 26 Aug, online. Recordings will also be available for four weeks: https://fal.cn/3AGkJ

Chapter One of FALSE COLORS: Art, Design and Modern Camouflage can now be accessed online at <https://lnkd.in/gEDTpYaF>.

Pearson Lloyd can try to virtue signal their offerings by denigrating a Saarinen classic (the 1948 womb chair) 75 years after being first produced but it’s a disingenuous game. The chair (and Arne’s Egg) remain highly sought after both as originals or copies and is still considered a masterpiece of furniture design, and one of the most comfortable chairs ever made. Time will tell if people are still in love with their Pearson Lloyd chairs in 75 years or whether they have long gone to that great landfill in the sky. To say it wouldn’t be designed today is blindingly obvious. In 1948 clever people invented the electrical transistor, long since superceeded by circuit boards and chips. On the architecture side Frank Lloyd Wright, Goff, Neutra etc were building away, churning out breathtaking yet carbon guzzling designs. Everyone was war weary, poor yet optimistic and generating huge amounts of static electricity in their rayon clothes and a mere 1% of US population had a TV in the house. In the UK bread rationing was only stopped in July so fat shaming had yet to gain much traction. And yet the  womb chair still looks and feels brand new. It’s remarkable. The “circular economy” argument is a particularly silly and self-serving one to pursue. The issue surely is not a ludicrous and fabricated debate about the morality of glued textiles. The problem is that the vast majority of furniture made today is totally and utterly useless in terms of strength, comfort, durability and beauty. Miserable design and flimsy materials deliver the waste, but it is the recycling of desire to purchase new furniture  that is the root cause. Auction houses will tell you that the market for old (recycled, upcycled, whatever) furniture has evaporated. They can’t give it away. The main reason is that a frightening number of people want to be told exactly what to buy to furnish their home and when to change it, environmental altruism takes a back seat. Fast furniture is just as illogical and ecologically damaging as fast fashion. A chair, like a doggy,  should be for life and not for Christmas. And the great thing about chair design is that success is ultimately determined by bottoms and not telling people what they should glue their textiles too.