Aalto a visible participant at Helsinki Design Week
03.09.2014
Helsinki Design Week begins on Thursday 4 September, with the efforts of Aalto University contributors on display in many forms around the city. The contributors can't wait to introduce you to their projects!
The event's programme includes the Design Curating Now seminar on the work of today's designers, bringing together some of the top names in the field (Media Centre Lume, Hämeentie 135C), Aalto University and LEGO's collaboration, Press Play and the Masters of Arts Unseen Exhibition, independently curated by Aalto University students are built in Kluuvi Shopping Centre. The Habitare design fair will showcase examples of furniture and food preparation design (CounterCulture) and other interior design solutions. The event includes a discussion on the design sector with Anna Valtonen, Dean of Aalto University's School of Arts, Design and Architecture.
The events are part of Helsinki Design Week– the largest design festival in the Nordic region. Helsinki Design Week runs from 4th to 14th September 2014.
4th to 14th Sept. Press Play
Made from different types of LEGO, this giant-sized and kinematic installation is the result of a course collaboration between Aalto University's Departments of Architecture and Engineering Design and Production. Kluuvi Shopping Centre, Aleksanterinkatu 9. Opening 4th September, 11 am. Free entry. In partnership with the LEGO Group and Helsinki Design Week.
4th to 14th Sept. Masters of Arts Unseen
The Masters of Arts Unseen Exhibition brings together a broad and diverse collection of Aalto University students' master theses. The exhibition is independently curated by a group of graduates. Kluuvi Shopping Centre, Aleksanterinkatu 9. Free entry.
4th September. Design Curating Now
An international seminar on the work of today's designers, including internationally renowned participants. Aalto University's School of Arts, Design and Architecture, Mediakeskus Lume (Sampo Auditorium), 9 am to 2 pm, Hämeentie 135 C. Free entry, register at helsinkidesignweek.com/register/seminar. In partnership with the Design Museum, Aalto University, and Helsinki Design Week.
5th to 30th September. Crossing Boundaries
A showcase of the design-led creative sustainability project, Aalto LAB Mexico (ALM), carried out in Mexico, in collaboration with the Mayan community group, ‘20 de Noviembre’. ALM aims to increase social justice and environmental sustainability through design. The exhibition is part of the Mexican cultural event organized by the Embassy of Mexico. CAISA International Cultural Centre, Mikonkatu 17 C. Free entry.
8th September 2014. Lauttasaari Accessible Service Net
A seminar on the research initiative carried out in the Lautasaari area on service provision for elderly residents. The project was carried out in partnership with service users and related stakeholders, including residents, businesses, the public sector, and NGOs. In partnership with The City of Helsinki's Department of Social Services and Health Care and Aalto University, as part of the Innovative City Partnership Programme. The City Hall of Helsinki, main auditorium, Pohjoisesplanadi 11–13, 9 am to 12 pm. Free entry to the aforementioned groups. For registration, contact Project Manager Ira Verma, ira.verma [at] aalto [dot] fi, tel. +358 (0)50 369 3226
8th to 12th September. Aalto University: Creative Sustainability Open Doors
A showcase of the multidisciplinary work of students on Aalto University's International Master's Degree Programme in Creative Sustainability. The assorted exhibits are related to the courses, projects, theses, and current works of the students and alumni in the areas of architecture, design, business, and real estate. Aalto University's School of Arts, Design and Architecture, Mediakeskus Lume (Sampo Auditorium), 10 am to 2 pm, Hämeentie 135 C. Free entry.
10th to 11th September. MODE UNCUT Matrix
A two-day creative workshop inviting everyone to take part in conceptualizing, designing, and making an experimental ‘open design’ fashion collection. The event is facilitated by Alastair Fuad-Luke and Anja-Lisa Hirscher, the founders of Mode Uncut, the Open Fashion Design Network. Media Factory, Aalto ARTS, Hämeentie 135A. Free entry
10th to 11th September. CounterCulture
The Habitare design fair showcases examples of furniture and food preparation design and other interior design solutions in the new ‘ahead!’ area (section 7p36). The winner of the design competition organised by the Conference Centre and Aalto ARTS will be announced on 10th September 2014. This year's theme is ‘May Day’, with entries sought for equipment and structures needed for summer day trips or picnics.
11th September. Design and Business
The Finnish Association of Designers Ornamo has conducted the first ever survey of the Finnish design sector. The findings will be announced and discussed in this event. Attendees include: Anna Valtonen, Dean of Aalto ARTS; Piritta Winqvist, Design Director, LINK design and development, Joel Roos, Managing Director, One Nordic Furniture Company, Ville Tikka, Strategy Director & Partner, Wevolve; Kari Korkman, Helsinki Design Week founder and managing director. The discussion will be chaired by Anssi Miettinen, chief features editor at the Helsinki Times. Kellohalli, the Abattoir, Työpajankatu 2, 3-4.30 pm. Register at https://my.surveypal.com/MUOTOILUALA%20JA%20TALOUS
12th September. Open Studios
The League of Heroes opens its doors during the Open Studios event: take part in workshops on Friday 12th September, 10 am to 6 pm, Haukilahdenkatu 2B. What does a working designer look like? What does a clothes designer do before a collection arrives in the shops? League of Heroes is a design- and production house founded by seven production and costume designers, where designers meet in a collective workspace. The collective provides everything you'd expect in a film's art department – from storyboarding and concept arts to costume design and specialist requisitions. The League of Heroes attempts to utilise the strengths of different areas of design work, creating a space for co-working and networking, as well as new ways of working.
Also coming later this autumn:
5th September to 17th October. Chemarts 2014: Lost in the Woods
Exhibition of Chemarts 2014 project works, 5th to 23rd September. Aalto University's School of Art, Design and Architecture, Hämeentie 135 C, (6th floor lobby, Clothing Design), Helsinki and 25th September to 17th October School of Chemical Technology, Otaniemi, Espoo, Tekniikantie 3 (Building PUU2, 2nd floor learning hub). Opening 5th September, 4.30 pm. Free entry.
CHEMARTS is a collaborative project carried out by students from Aalto University's schools of Chemical Technology and Art, Design and Architecture. The project developed new ways of using cellulose. The exhibition showcases the results of the projects, with many conceptual prototypes for clothing and outfits made from cellulose-based materials.
The Aalto Act of the Year Award 2014 went to Professors Pirjo Kääriäinen from the School of Arts, Design and Architecture and Tapani Vuorinen from the School of Chemical Technology in recognition of their interdisciplinary work in creating the CHEMARTS project. The aim of the Aalto Act of the Year Award is to recognise a significant initiative or action in the Aalto University community.
18th September. Visualising Knowledge
A seminar on visually presenting knowledge in a generally understandable way. Held at Aalto University's School of Business. The event is organized by Informaatiomuotoilu.fi In partnership with with Aalto Media Factory, Grafia, the association of visual communication designers in Finland, and the journalism programme at Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences. http://tietonakyvaksi.fi/