Talks
Super Contemporary
THE 24 EVENTS
SUPER CONTEMPORARY TALKS
Hear some of London’s Leading design figures discuss the impact that London has had on their work, and how they in turn have influenced the city that they work in.
Wayne Hemingway
Wayne Hemingway was an unlikely fashion contender, yet with future wife and life-long business partner Geraldine, Hemingway set up Red or Dead in 1982 to critical acclaim. Hemingway continues to be a force for change through Hemingway Design, a social design consultancy.
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Airside
Founded in 1998 by Alex Maclean, Fred Deakin and Nat Hunter. Equally loved in Japan as they are in the UK, Airside have now become fully paid up members of the design establishment with their unique approach to design winning many awards including recognition from D&AD, Bafta and Design Week.
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Barber Osgerby
From ingenious coat hangers to looped tables, BarberOsgerby are the quiet champions of beautifully made and deceptively simple pieces. After striking up a working relationship in 1992 as Royal College of Art students, their design affinity has propelled them firmly into the design spotlight.
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Neville Brody
Neville Brody began his career in record cover design before making his revolutionary mark as Art Director for the Face Magazine. He has continually pushed boundaries, turning his challenger gaze to many disciplines since; graphic design, typography and art direction included.
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Paul Smith
Paul Smith has built his archetypal British label on a foundation of playfulness, an impeccable eye and a steely business sense. He’s barely looked back since setting up his first shop with wife Pauline Denyer in 1970 – he’s been knighted, had his own exhibition and owns 230 stores worldwide.
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Ron Arad
Ron Arad is one of the most influential designers of our time – inventive, playful and technically daring. Born in Tel Aviv before moving to London in 1973, Arad made his name as a self-taught furniture maker/designer. His influence remains through his tireless output of architecture and design.
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LONDON TOUR BUS
All aboard the Design Museum’s Routemaster bus (a much-loved design classic) and be guided through an historic metropolis that is constantly in flux. Commentary throughout will be led by Joe Kerr, Head of Critical and Historical Studies at the Royal College of Art. Ticket includes entry to the exhibition.
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