2020-04-28
Eric Calloway
Design Dispatch, New York
The Seoul Design Festival showcases innovative designs and creative concepts from around the world. This year's event featured a diverse range of projects, including futuristic furniture pieces that redefine the concept of everyday objects like hair dryers and chairs.
This year's Seoul Design Festival showcased an array of innovative projects that blend form and function in unique ways. One such project that caught our attention was the "Hair how-to" station, where visitors could learn various hairstyles and techniques from talented designers.
Our conversation with Kim Ji-hyun, founder of hair care brand [Brand Name], delved into her inspiration behind creating a space that combines beauty and design. She shared references from architecture to interior design, highlighting how the fluidity between these disciplines can create captivating experiences. "I wanted to challenge conventional notions of what a 'beauty' space should look like," she said.
In addition to Kim Ji-hyun's project, another standout exhibit was the "Curious Chairs" series by designer Lee Sung-in. This collection features chairs with unconventional shapes and materials, pushing the boundaries of traditional design. When asked about his inspiration, Lee cited the works of visionary designers such as Zaha Hadid and Tadao Ando, who have consistently redefined what is possible in design.
The Seoul Design Festival served as a platform for designers to explore new ideas and showcase their unique perspectives on K-design at large. As we look back on this year's festival, it's clear that innovative projects will continue to shape the future of design.
