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. Design Hunting in Yamagata2019-01-10 · 30mAndy and Shaula go design hunting, exploring the history and customs of the northern prefecture of Yamagata for new design discoveries. With 70% of the prefecture covered in thick
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2. Phenomena2019-01-31 · 30mThe amazing variety of natural phenomena such as rain, clouds, rainbows, and light have long inspired creators. Fleeting shapes and astonishing beauty have appealed to many designe
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3. Plastic2019-02-14 · 30mPlastic is a vital part of everyday modern life, used in everything, and found everywhere we look. But the environmental problems caused by micro plastics have made global headline
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4. Stationery, Part 22019-02-28 · 30mJapan is well known as a major player in the world of stationery! It's developed many creative and highly functional items, such as erasable pens. This time we go beyond function t
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5. Design Hunting in Yamanashi2019-03-07 · 30mOn Design Hunting, Andy and Shaula search for designs rooted in regional history and climates. This time they visit Yamanashi Prefecture, home to many mountains including Mt. Fuji,
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6. Sound Design2019-03-21 · 30mAlarm clocks, phones, and car horns are all everyday sounds. We're surrounded by sounds that inform or influence our behavior. From stress-relieving music on hold to warning and al
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7. Design Thinking2019-03-28 · 30mAs technology evolves and we have more information available than ever before, our values are also diversifying. The social role of design is also changing fast. Art director Kashi
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8. Social Design2019-04-17 · 30mSocial design provides a creative approach to issues of poverty, an aging population with fewer children, and many other social issues. The power of design can be leveraged to prov
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9. Libraries2019-04-24 · 30mThe library: a silent temple of learning, with thousands of books lining its shelves. This traditional idea is starting to change. New spaces are coming forward that also provide c
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10. Design Hunting in Niigata2019-05-02 · 30mOn Design Hunting, Andy and Shaula search for designs rooted in regional history and climates. This time they visit Niigata Prefecture, where clean water and mountains create rich
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11. Tokyo Cityscapes: Botanical2019-05-29 · 30mToday is part of our Tokyo Cityscapes series. Although new skyscrapers are constantly being built, work is also underway to make Tokyo a sustainable city. Buildings are surrounded
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12. DIY2019-06-26 · 30mMany people are discovering the pleasure of making what they need instead of relying on manufactured items and pre-existing services. The self-sufficiency of DIY has become a trend
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13. Landscape Engineering2019-07-03 · 30mJapan's rural landscapes are changing as the population ebbs. Meanwhile cityscapes are also in flux during the lead up to the Tokyo 2020's big events. The views we see as part of o
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14. Design Hunting in Hokkaido2019-07-10 · 30mOn Design Hunting, Andy and Shaula search for designs rooted in regional history and climates. This time they visit Hokkaido Prefecture. The indigenous Ainu have a deep respect for
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15. Unconventional2019-08-14 · 30mJapan has a long history of forms and conventions that form the foundation of everything from martial arts to the tea ceremony and calligraphy. They're a deeply rooted part of the
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16. Rain2019-08-21 · 30mJapan is one of the world's rainiest countries with a monsoon in June, fierce summer storms, and mellow autumn showers. Traditional homes evolved to cope with heavy rain and high h
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17. Insects2019-09-11 · 30mThe colors, textures, biology, and behavior of insects reveal a world far more diverse and extraordinary than we could ever have imagined. Insects had been evolving for tens of tho
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18. Greenery2019-09-25 · 30mGreen spaces have become all the rage and new and old Japanese designs are in the spotlight. A "mixed-planting unit" is designed to provide seasonality in an urban setting. It draw
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19. Design Hunting in Nagasaki2019-10-02 · 30mOn Design Hunting, Andy and Shaula search for designs rooted in regional history and climates. This time they visit Nagasaki Prefecture and its unique culture colored by trading wi
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20. Japanese Cedar2019-10-31 · 30mAround 70% of Japan is covered in forests. Japanese cedar is an indigenous species that's been used in everyday life for centuries. It's easy to work with and has a beautiful grain
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21. New Materials2019-11-06 · 30mThe development of new materials has played a key role in human evolution and economic growth. At the same time, it has often led to environmental issues, some of which are only no
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22. Updating Tradition2019-11-14 · 30mTraditional crafts and manufacturing have a long and proud history in Japan. But lifestyle changes and a lack of successors mean that many who work in these traditions face grave c
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23. Illusion2019-12-11 · 30mDesigns have long used optical illusions and tricks, but new creators are putting them front and center to educate and entertain. Kokichi Sugihara is a university professor and lea
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24. The Art of Eating2019-12-18 · 30mConcerns about health and sustainability mean that many people today are looking for new approaches to eating. Technology has led to exciting new developments in food. Fermentation
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Andrea PompilioSelf - Presenter
Shaula VogueSelf - PresenterImages
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