{"id":396391,"date":"2024-09-26T12:30:42","date_gmt":"2024-09-26T04:30:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/?p=396391"},"modified":"2024-10-07T19:20:02","modified_gmt":"2024-10-07T11:20:02","slug":"guide-to-singapore-design-week-2024-exploring-the-people-of-design-across-key-precincts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/citynomads.com\/guide-to-singapore-design-week-2024-exploring-the-people-of-design-across-key-precincts\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide to Singapore Design Week 2024: Exploring Installations Across Bras Basah.Bugis, Orchard, Marina & New Bahru"},"content":{"rendered":"

Just like every year, Singapore Design Week (SDW) 2024<\/a><\/strong> is shaping up to be the island\u2019s most immersive<\/a> design celebration yet. Running from 26 September to 6 October 2024<\/strong>, this year\u2019s festival theme, “People of Design,”<\/strong> highlights how everyday individuals contribute to shaping our world through the power of design<\/a>. With over 80 events happening citywide, the focus this year spans four vibrant districts: Bras Basah.Bugis<\/strong>, Orchard<\/strong><\/a>, Marina<\/strong>, and the newly added New Bahru<\/strong><\/a>. Let\u2019s take a closer look at what each precinct has to offer and the exhibits you simply can\u2019t miss.<\/p>\n

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Bras Basah.Bugis: Everyday Activities Reimagined<\/h3>\n

Bras Basah and Bugis, Singapore\u2019s art and heritage hubs, offer a thoughtful re-examination of how design touches the most mundane aspects of our lives. Curated by Hans Tan, the People of Design Showcase Series features 10 interactive installations that challenge how we experience activities like READ, EAT, SHOP<\/a>, HEAL<\/a>, SLEEP, COMMUTE<\/a>, PLANT<\/a>, DISPLAY<\/a>, MAKE, and DESIGN<\/a>. Some of our favourite highlights include:<\/p>\n

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READ: BOOK?<\/strong><\/a> (National Library Building): Explore the changing relationship between humans and books in an increasingly digital world. This exhibition creatively reflects on how we read today and how the design of reading materials and spaces is adapting to new technologies. Some questions you might find yourself reflecting on include What does it mean to read a book?; As physical books continue to matter less and less in our everyday, what are we losing?; Are we less aware of things, textures and space?; Do we become oblivious to light hues and tonalities? etc. You’ll find installations on level 1 (outdoors), and from level 7 to 10.<\/p>\n

EAT: Transformative Seeds<\/strong><\/a> (National Design Centre): Delve into the future of food with this exhibit that focuses on culinary evolution. It explores the journey of seeds from plant to plate, looking at how we might push the boundaries of what we eat in response to food sustainability challenges. Expect a combination of art and science in this showcase of innovative food design.<\/p>\n

SLEEP: Diving In<\/strong><\/a> (Naumi Hotel): Ever thought about how you sleep? This VR sleepover experience<\/strong> is unlike any other. It offers an in-depth look at the science and stories behind optimal sleep, combining technology and design to explore personal sleep habits and experiences.<\/p>\n

MAKE: me(n)tal<\/strong><\/a> (NAFA Fashion Gallery): In the People of Design Showcase Series, MAKE challenges the way we see metal. Local artists, designers, and metalsmiths from J.A.B.O.C (Just A Band of Creatives) join hands to elevate metal craftsmanship in unexpected ways. This installation explores the versatility and artistry behind metal fabrication, presenting not only elegant furniture and spatial installations but also highlighting sustainable approaches to working with metal offcuts.<\/p>\n

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