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As a creative person "I've always believed that design is not just about aesthetics; it's a conversation" Quote MrinaliniRajendra The image "From Another Point of View" encapsulates my philosophy beautifully. every design is a kaleidoscope of creativity. Each angle offers a new interpretation, a fresh experience, and a unique understanding. what does this image evoke for you? your viewpoint on it? #designthinking #Mriradesigns #mrinalinicheers

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THE BENEFITS OF THE BOOK NOOK: we’re hearing a lot about what Architectural Digest called ‘2024’s First Major Design Trend’ aka Bookshelf Wealth. It’s a fashion I’m totally in favour of because whilst it’s based on the idea of books being used to support a particular interiors aesthetic it does, at the very least, introduce them back into the home environment. So maybe, just maybe, someone will put their mobile phone down for a while, reach for a book and discover the magic to be found in its pages. The benefits of reading are so much greater than what you’ll get back from watching 10-second videos of dancing actors (unless of course the actor is Ryan Gosling 😆). Amongst other benefits, Healthline Media claims that reading helps in ‘strengthening your brain, increasing your ability to empathize, reducing stress, and building your vocabulary’. So off the back of the Bookshelf Wealth trend, I’m going to put in a word for the Book Nook. We don’t all live in homes with vast amounts of spare space so instead, create a beautifully curated cozy corner to encourage the reader/s to stay a while, relax and lose themselves in the pages of a Victorian novel, a book about lions or a contemporary short story. It’s also a great place for the kids to discover ‘The Tiger Who Came To Tea’ or ‘Horrible Histories’ and somewhere you can read to them and make memories they’ll treasure for life. And when improving your home, always consider buying or commissioning professional upcycling, the benefits to you, your interiors and the planet are enormous. Wonderfully restored and refinished items featured in our Book Nook mood board from The House of Upcycling members: Chest of drawers: Jackie Moulla, Brits Love Vintage, Kent Candlesticks: Carrie Webb, Webb & Gray, Kent Vintage Cinema Seat: Anniken Mortimer, Orange Otter Design, Surrey Side Table: Dominique Malacarne, Malphor, Oxfordshire Table Lamp: Lisa White, A Twist of Somerset, Somerset Additional items: Barrister’s bookcase: eBay UK Baldwin Blue Paint: Graham & Brown #bookshelfwealth #sustainabledesign #newvintage #reading #professionalupcycling #designerupcycling #thehouseofup

🎨 Design Without Essence: The Hollow Aesthetics Trap 🚫✨ In the ever-evolving world of design, it's imperative to reflect on a concept often overlooked: "Design without Essence." A visually striking design can captivate momentarily, but what happens when there's a void of substance beneath the surface? Let's find out in the comments 👇 🎨 In the realm of design, let essence be the heartbeat, infusing depth into every stroke and pixel. A design without essence is a canvas waiting for a story—let's craft narratives that resonate and endure. #DesignWithEssence #AuthenticDesign #MeaningfulCreativity

Lighter days ahead ☀️ For those moments in life that deserve a little illumination, no one does it better than @nickeykehoe. 1. Flowerpot Table Lamp, Mustard | A mid-century icon, this avant-garde style made famous by Verner Panton is comprised of simple semi-circles—a basic, but groundbreaking design that appeals across generations. 2. Alix Soubiran Palo Lamp | LA-based French artist (and self-taught ceramicist) Alix Soubiran expertly crafts one-of-a-kind pieces that honor her love of traditional craftsmanship. 3. Small Dome Lamp, Smoke | Modern design meets the imperfect beauty of wabi-sabi principles. It's the perfect piece to complete any vignette with a soft, subtle warmth. 4. Alfred Newall Bobbin Lamp, Blue | Whimsical elegance, with a nod to tradition. Need we say more? XKED

Design can be art. Design can be aesthetics. Design is so simple, that's why it is so complicated. By Paul Rand. #graphicdesign #designquotes #graphicdesigner  #visualidentity #freepalestine

The importance of Design Aesthetics #2 (or why you can’t live without it (well, maybe you can, but nevertheless…)) Aesthetic appreciation is often by habit linked to concepts like “beauty” or the “sublime” which were in vogue in the formative years of aesthetic theory of the late 18th century. But the world has changed since then, not least the world of design. The rise of consumer society has created new conditions for appealing to desires, ever new media frame human perception by providing and circulating image-worlds, and your position in the social structure does no longer dictate your taste. On these (and other) grounds, Design Aesthetics is also a theory of the change in the categories that set the scene for what is considered “aesthetic”. And you don’t even have to buy the book – it is open access! https://lnkd.in/dE4Rr27X From the glossary of the book: Aesthetic Categories: As a vehicle of aesthetic judgment, aesthetic categories function as ways of articulating and foregrounding what is regarded as aesthetic in various contexts. The category in question influences how the aesthetic judgment links concepts and sensual meaning and, as such, frames what is in focus in the concrete aesthetic experience. Aesthetic categories vary historically, and as they change, so do the experiences they give access to. The eighteenth century foregrounded beauty and the sublime, and I argue that new categories now have taken over. In this way, the book proposes a series of categories specific for design in pointing out what is the focus of appreciation: contemporary newness, artistic experimentation, functional realism, formal simplicity, semantic reference, and ontological transformation. See chapter 4. #DesignAesthetics #AestheticCategories 

Art has the power to transform a space, making it feel inviting and personalized. However, choosing the right pieces can be the difference between clever and cliché. As you consider adding art to your space, keep in mind the impact it will have on the overall design. #interiordesign #art

Good Morning, Today, I want to shine a spotlight on a design legend whose influence on the vintage design movement remains palpable to this day – Raymond Loewy. Raymond Loewy, often referred to as the "Father of Industrial Design," was a visionary designer who left an indelible mark on mid-20th-century design aesthetics. Born in 1893 in France, Loewy's career spanned several decades and encompassed a wide range of design disciplines, from product design to transportation. One of his most iconic contributions was his work on streamlining – a design philosophy that aimed to make products more aerodynamic and visually appealing. This concept was a perfect fit for the vintage design movement, which sought to capture the sleek and futuristic look of the mid-20th century. Loewy's designs included everything from the iconic Coca-Cola bottle to streamlined locomotives and the Studebaker Avanti. He understood the importance of form and function, and his creations reflected a perfect blend of both. But it wasn't just his designs that set Loewy apart; it was also his ability to bridge the gap between art and commerce. He understood the value of branding and made sure that his designs told a story, creating lasting and recognisable logos for companies like Shell, TWA, and Exxon. As someone deeply passionate about vintage and retro design, I can't help but admire Raymond Loewy's ability to capture the spirit of his time and infuse it into his work. His legacy continues to inspire designers like me to this day. Who are your design heroes from the past? Let's celebrate the visionaries who paved the way for our creative journeys. Share your thoughts in the comments below! #DesignLegends #VintageDesign #RaymondLoewy #IndustrialDesign #DesignInspiration

The 2024 JAGDA Award, Poster Category, was won by Atsuki Kikuchi. Lately, I’ve been contemplating the relationship between commercial design and artistic design. Commercial design usually features exaggerated visuals, vibrant colors, and almost full-page information. In contrast, artistic design typically achieves its goals using uncommon and visually striking methods, as exemplified by today’s poster. While the poster might seem casual, it is actually very deliberate. You can tell from the arrangement of colors, object sizes, white space, and visual flow that everything is meticulously planned. I love this entirely novel presentation approach, but it might not be feasible for "commercial design." Some might argue that the goals of these two types of design are different, but I keep wondering if there is a way to combine the two. #design #inspiration