DESIGN TALKS plus (2015)
What is good design? And what is its power? From traditional to cutting edge, we explore Japanese designs that are literally shaping our lives.
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1. Digital2018-01-04 · 30mWe currently live our lives immersed in a digital world. Advances in digital tech have brought about changes not only in our daily lives but also in the way we create, design and m
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2. Design Hunting in Gifu2018-01-25 · 30mDesign Hunting in Gifu. Andy and Shaula visit the historic manufacturing hub of Gifu prefecture in central Japan. Explore the creative spirit and local industries of Gifu prefectur
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3. Bathing2018-02-08 · 30mEase the stress of a long day with a long soak in the bath. Japanese have been fans of baths for centuries; the custom arrived with Buddhism in the 6th century. Ever since bathing
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4. Primitive Design2018-02-15 · 30mLong ago people made homes from wood and clay, and huddled around fires in the dark. Designs and artwork that use these primitive shapes and techniques are currently in the spotlig
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5. Stories2018-03-01 · 30mToday's theme: Stories. In Japan, where anime likenesses roam the streets, the power of design is bringing fictional narratives to life. Event director Takao Kato helps us explore
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6. Office Design2018-03-08 · 30mAs ideas like work-life balance and work-style reform take hold of the Japanese public consciousness, the cold, sterile office -- with rows of desks and workers packed together --
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7. Osaka Cityscapes2018-04-12 · 30mToday's theme: Osaka Cityscapes. Overlapping neon signs: this bustling city's packed with unique designs. Prof. Shinya Hashizume explores how its cityscapes combine trade, tourism,
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8. Mobility2018-04-19 · 30mAutomobile makers in Japan and overseas are currently designing and developing the future of mobility. From autonomous vehicles to car sharing, next-generation technology and servi
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9. Healing Spaces2018-05-03 · 30mModern society leaves many of us short of time and under all kinds of stress. People are searching for diverse healing spaces that provide a mental and physical release. Explore de
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10. Signage Design2018-05-10 · 30mThey're on roads, restrooms and a range of buildings. Every city is home to a myriad of signs and designs. The key to all is that people can understand them at a single glance. Sig
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11. Design Hunting in Shizuoka2018-06-07 · 30mOn Design Hunting episodes, our presenters head off to discover designs that are deeply rooted in local history and customs. This time Andy and Shaula explore Shizuoka Prefecture,
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12. Dialogue with Materials2018-06-28 · 30mKengo Kuma is one of Japan's top architects, handling many projects around the world. In 2018 a new exhibition looks back on the last 30 years of his career, taking "materials" as
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13. Beyond the Ordinary2018-07-05 · 30mKimonos were once everyday items yet today people wear Western clothing, saving kimonos for weddings and other special occasions. Designs change with the times, and so do our ideas
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14. Analog2018-07-12 · 30mAs computers and smartphones become ubiquitous, digital technology is now part of our everyday lives. Yet some yearn for the analog appeal of records, camera films and handwriting.
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15. Stone2018-08-02 · 30mStone has played a role in human history for millennia. Japan has many traditional stone designs. From kare-sansui gardens which replicate natural scenes through rocks and no water
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16. Design Hunting in Tokushima2018-08-16 · 30mOn Design Hunting episodes, our presenters head off to discover designs that are deeply rooted in local history and customs. This time Andy and Shaula explore Tokushima Prefecture
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17. Time2018-09-20 · 30mTime is a universal constant that never ceases. What exactly is time? The desire to find an answer to this question has been a source of inspiration throughout the ages. The Japane
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18. Borderless2018-09-27 · 30mInternational art group teamLab uses cutting-edge digital art to create new worlds. In June 2018, they opened a new museum showcasing their extraordinary work. Andy and Shaula pay
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19. Fusion Design2018-10-18 · 30mPairing completely different ideas can create new value, and designs that do just that are currently in the spotlight. Examples range from an office space that houses a public eate
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20. Gifting2018-10-25 · 30mGifts are an indispensable part of life all over the world. They are used to say "thank you" or "congratulations", or given to people that we care about. A range of emotions can be
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21. Weaving2018-11-22 · 30mFor millennia people have spun thread from plant fibers, then woven these threads into textiles for clothing and protection. Over the centuries this has given rise to a culture of
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22. Instinct2018-11-29 · 30mHuman beings are born with instinct, a reflection of our most fundamental desires. As digital technology becomes ubiquitous through smartphones and digital tools, our instinctive p
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23. Memory: People's Prayers2018-12-20 · 30mPersonal memories, the collective memories of a nation or people, and the memories that live in a physical region or in objects. Despite its lack of a physical form, memory has ins
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24. Memory: The Power of Stories2018-12-27 · 30mPersonal memories, collective memories shared by nations and ethnic groups, even the memories that reside in a region or in objects: These intangible ideas inspire designers and cr
Cast
Andrea PompilioSelf - Presenter
Shaula VogueSelf - PresenterImages
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