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Fit To Be Tied
SIGNED: The Magazine of The Hong Kong Design Institute
In conjunction with the 8th International Shibori Symposium, HKDI presented The Animal Fiber: Art Informs Shibori from 13 December 2011 to 14 January 2012, revealing how an ancient technique has grown into an art form revered by couturiers and a medium of experimentation loved by children of all ages.
Material Innovation
SIGNED: The Magazine of The Hong Kong Design Institute
Science and design have never been closer, with innovative textiles and other materials changing the way we think about garments and fashion.
Waste Management And Upcycling, Katarina Brieditis, Katarina Evans
Waste Management And Upcycling, Katarina Brieditis, Katarina Evans
SIGNED: The Magazine of The Hong Kong Design Institute
All material is good material, you only need to create ways to use it. Re Rag Rug started as an experimental design project to explore the social and ecological factors of turning waste material into rugs…
Magic Carpets
SIGNED: The Magazine of The Hong Kong Design Institute
Two designers have harnessed creativity and innovation to recreate and invigorate a traditional Swedish handicraft using recycled materials. As Libby Zeng reports their goal is to persuade the whole world to embrace sustainable design.