Vitra Design Museum

From Petromodernity to Bioplastics: new mega exhibition examines the history and future of the controversial material

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Plastics have shaped our daily lives like no other material: from packaging to footwear, from household goods to furniture, from automobiles to architecture. A symbol of carefree consumerism and revolutionary innovation, plastics have spurred the imagination of designers and architects for decades. Today, the dramatic consequences of the plastic boom have become obvious and plastics … Read more

Hello, Robot review – where human and machine don’t quite meet

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V&A Dundee
From pet cyber-seals to cars with minds of their own, an exploration of the science and fiction of robots raises more questions than it answers

Milan Design Week 2018: Four new miniatures of 21st century design icons presented by Vitra Design Museum

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  Vitra Design Museum’s miniatures help make designs that were often produced in very limited editions available to a larger circle of collectors and enthusiasts, and serve a variety of purposes: accessories for design fans, collectables for design enthusiasts or study objects for scholars. Vitra Design Museum’s Miniatures Collection has acquired a cult following: In … Read more