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| Following please find the 2011 Conference Programme for your reference. |
Thursday, 3 November 2011
Conference Room 1 |
| 11.00-12.30 |
The Joy of Design
The Joy of Design is to solve the problem for 99% of people；a challenge to the union of Sense and Sensibility；a joke to let person enjoy the fun of design.
Zhang Da， Famous Fashion Designer and Liu Zhizhi, Graphic Designer share their joy of design and their favorite design. Experience the joy of design; learn how to think with freedom.
Speaker: By Peng Yangjun, Creative Director & Chen Jiaojiao,
Chief Editor of The Outlook Magazine |
| 12.30-13.10 |
China and the “Art” of Retail
As Western brands have flooded the China market, what have owners of international brands learned about local consumers? Has this newly acquired knowledge affected their brands, or how they format their stores? In light of this foreign deluge, what does the future hold for Chinese retail brands?
Speaker: Tim Etherington, Studio Director, Gensler |
| 13.10–13.40 |
Architecture and Art
Art is an important but many times misunderstood building block of our living environment. In many times the art is being used as a decoration that supposed to make our living space beautiful so we can feel better. But if we are reducing the art to a simple decorating piece we are missing the meaning of art. According to Leonardo Da Vinci there are three classes of people: those who see; those who see when they are shown and those who do not see.” Glass art has in the Czech Republic a very long tradition. Glass itself as a material has a special properties that can change an architectural space atmosphere into something very special. Architect Jan Benda with his wife is working in China since the beginning of 1990s and he designed or participated on design of more than 250 different projects of various size and function. Glass and glass art is in many cases an important part in his projects. Among those buildings which made a difference here in China are for example hotel Crowne Plaza in Suzhou, Narada Resort hotel in Sanya, R&D centre in Jianyin and many more. He is using his experience and expertise creating and shaping living or working environment of our global world.
Speaker: Ing. arch. Jan Benda, Ph.D., Archis |
| 13.40-14.30 |
KENGO KUMA : ANTI-OBJECT
I would like to subvert the system invented in the 20th century. This is the objective of my architectural designs. A house is not just for sale; it is for people to live in. If your intention is not to stay in, and grow old with, the house, then you cannot really say that you live there. This applies to all architectural buildings. A building has a close relationship with the earth and its ownership should not be casually transferred. It is tightly connected to the philosophy and lifestyle of the people who live in it. This is the basis of architecture – the concept of being one with the earth.
I want architectural design to go back to the basics. I want it to rediscover the link between buildings and the earth. My aim is to subvert the dissociative approach of the European architecture inherited from the Greco-Roman period. By effecting these subversions, I want to let people know that we do have a choice.
Speaker: Kengo Kuma, Kengo Kuma and Associates |
| 14.30-15.10 |
A Diamond in the Rough – Developing Successful Conversion Projects
An abandoned rotten tail building as the headquarters of an international luxury conglomerate; an abandoned textile factory as the lifestyle center piece of a new X thousand unit luxury residential development – Kokaistudios’ speech will examine the practice of re-converting overlooked areas and buildings and using these developments as a driving force in urban regeneration and rejuvenation. The talk will examine case studies both in China and abroad, and tie them into broader trends of authenticity, urban fabric & belonging. This talk, by award winning architect Filippo Gabbiani, comes at a crossroads in China’s development as real estate companies look for opportunities to be found within the existing built urban landscape in China rather than with purely greenfield developments and should be off interest to designers, developers, and government officials.
Speaker: Filippo Gabbiani, Founder and Chief Architect, Kokaistudios |
| 15.10-15.40 |
Eudaemonic Existence
A Eudaemonic existence is one that is characterized by spiritual fulfilment and limitless romance. It transcends the boundaries of social norms and embraces the ultimate freedoms. The concept of Eudaemonia is integral to MiQiu’s architectural and artistic vision both for the present and in the future. In his presentation, MiQiu, the chief designer for the three regional projects across the diverse cultures, histories and features most representative of South China, North China and their ethnic minorities, will talk about how the concept of a Eudaemonic existence is translated from an abstract ideal to a tangible reality. Through careful planning and ambitious design, the artistic work is converted from perfectionistic concept, first to a specific modality, and then to real-life. For a Eudaemonic existence to become a reality for the majority, a sharing platform, one that brings together the wise to expound their knowledge, is required. It needs to be diverse, inclusive and proactive. It should also be completely independent of racial, religious or other social influences.
Speaker: MIQIU, Artist & Architect |
| 15.40–16.20 |
Living with Design
An editor, a designer and a retailer share on their views on how design has an effect on their daily life. Design is not just a professional term in China anymore – fundamentally, good design should improve our life. What is the real value of design? What drives Chinese consumers when they purchase design ?
Speaker: Yan Mi, Editor, Elle Décor 《家居廊》
Sun Yun, Designer
Young Yang President, JSWB Furniture Group |
| 16.20-17.00 |
Works in China : A Talk by Michael Young
Michael Young’s exhibition named ‘Works in China’ shows products that have been developed during his time in Hong Kong from 2005 to now. He has recently launched his first book “Works in China” which recorded some of the important moments and meetings with new clients. Young studies how design could impact on the economic growth of brands. He shares in his presentation on his continued work to develop brands in China to an international export stands as well as a glimpse into some personal and experimental new projects
Speaker: Michael Young, Michael Young Limited |
| 17.00-17.15 |
ITALIAN APARTMENT - A Shanghai Fouri Salone Experience
"Italian Apartment" is a concept show that seeks to introduce the excellence of the top Italian Design and Lifestyle brands to the Chinese Market. It is an exhibition outside the conventional schemes. The project of Italian Apartment’s third edition has been entrusted to the Italian design firm Caiola+Polga SirAlbert&Mr.Simon. 3rd Floor Public Relations, the organizing company, will talk about the development of this project throughout the last 3 years. The Design firm will present the concept of the exhibition. The subject of this year’s interpretation is the idea of movement/ relocation.
Speaker: Jacopo Stecchini, Director, 3rd Floor Public Relations
Caiola+Polga, Designers and Co-founders,SirAlbert&Mr.Simon |
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Friday, 4 November 2011
Conference Room 1 |
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Dutch Design Day
Organized by the Dutch Design Fashion Architecture programme and the Dutch Design Workspace Shanghai
In the Netherlands design is everywhere: in the social refinement and sustainability of Dutch urban planning, in the simplicity and functionality of Dutch interiors, in the clarity of all forms of public communication, and in the precision and constructivism of Dutch fashion. Dutch designers, architects and fashion designers unite a critical and individualist mentality with a willingness to collaborate, the ability to convince others and a strong faith in the capacity of design to improve conditions in society. Their integral and multidisciplinary approach to complex issues yields new ideas, new technologies, and ultimately new and sustainable solutions. |
| 10.30–12.30 |
Dutch Profiles
Dutch Profiles are short documentaries about architects, graphic, product and fashion designers in the Netherlands. They focus on the conceptual approach, the work process and the context of the designers. The profiles include eminent designers such as Marcel Wanders, Rem Koolhaas and Iris van Herpen. |
| 12.30-14:00 |
Dim Sum Presentations
Short presentations from eminent and innovative Dutch Designers in China, focusing on design for daily life. |
| 15.00-16.30 |
Keynote Speaker: Richard Hutten
Richard Hutten is generally considered to be one of the internationally most successful and influential Dutch Designers. Hailed as 'the new Rietveld', he is a key member of Droog Design, in which he has been involved since its beginning in 1993. He worked on a variety of projects, from industrial design to furniture design to interior design. |
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Saturday, 5 November 2011
Conference Room 1 |
| 09.30-11.30 |
GreenFest by POINTOLIFE
Urbanization in China is taking an unprecedented pace. Reports say China’s buildings consume one-quarter of the nation’s total energy, and this portion keeps expanding. Both public and private sectors have good reasons to improve building systems performance and reduce their environmental impact. Experts call for high performance standards to design new buildings and improve operations in existing buildings, so buildings will be turned into value-adding assets, and not expenses. Such concepts are still new to most local governments and developers, not to mention the difficulties in implementation. One developer, one architect, one operator, one benchmarker, one coach are going to evaluate this topic together. What are good for China? Which are practical? What are the priorities?
Speaker:a developer – Landsea
a designer – Brearley Architects + Urbanists
an operator – Colliers International
a benchmark – Chinese equivalent of LEED in the US
the trainers – SWITCH-Asia Energy Efficient Building Training Project of EU
Moderator:Bernard Lim, Professor, School of Architecture, the Chinese University of Hong Kong and Principal, AD+RG Architecture Design and Research Group Ltd, Founding President of the Hong Kong Institute of Urban Design (HKIUD). Past President of the Hong Kong Institute of Architects (HKIA) 2005-2006. |
| 13.00-14.30 |
AIA Architects discuss cutting edge sustainable materials and share effects, examples and experiences
100% natural; 100% synthetic; 100% reusable; 100% responsible; 100% appropriate; 100% sustainable aims, at 100% Design
AIA member architects will share their insights on sustainable materials with a breadth of discussion ranging from the most current photo-catytic coatings and innovative kinetic energy capture designs to new ways to create net zero designs with age old materials like concrete.
Architects will share case studies and raise awareness for the design opportunities and considerations involved in sourcing sustainable materials and will share how these design choices work within the LEED rating system and AIA 2030 energy reduction initiatives.
Speakers in alphabetical order : Christine Bruckner, Silas Chiow, Laura Clerici, Ted Givens, Stephen Protz & Eric Tomich, followed by Q & A. Christine E. Bruckner, Principal of CEBruckner Architect & Sustainability Consultant
AIA HK Director; talks about “100% Intentions: Past, Present and Future” – An introduction: to AIA and the sustainable materials panel. Followed by a glimpse at newest developments using tried and tested materials in intelligent cutting edge ways, sharing newest MIT findings, and finally a peak at “on-the-board” developments.
Stephen Protz, Principal of Arc8X Design, talks about “Materials and LEED: Strategies, Documentation and Case Studies” – What you should know regarding performance, selection and materials in LEED MR and IEQ credits?
Silas Chiow, Director of SOM China and Eric Tomich, Technical Director for SOM Shanghai, talk about “Materials for Super High Rise Buildings & related Case Studies” – discussing issues of unique challenges and sustainable initiatives.
Ted Givens, Design Partner at 10 Design and Laura Rusconi Clerici, LEED Green Associate, Sustainability Lead at 10 Design, talk about “Advanced materials research and its integration into architectural projects”. |
| 15.00-16:30 |
Green Approaches
Five architects of different background and nationalities review various approaches to green design in China. For the past 4 years, GIGA has been developing tools to help designers simplify the process of green design. This now includes a Specification Tool as well as a Project Database where knowledge can be shared. Canadian Raefer Wallis, co-founder of GIGA, will be presenting new project case studies and how they take advantage of the tools.
Swiss architect Pascal Berger will present Tony's Farm Project – an organic vegetable farm just outside of Shanghai. They have planned and built the first phase of a literally green hotel on the farm. They are sharing not just the successes but also difficulties and challenges involved.
Italian designer Enrico Taranta believes green architecture and sustainable design is not only about reduce or recycle but more and more is becoming REUSE. He is demonstrating the concepts in three special projects, including The 2008 Beijing Olimpic park and the 2010 Shanghai World expo.
SPARCH from the UK is going to talk about “Sustainable Community,” which is at the heart of the drive towards a sustainable future. SPARCH will share their experience in creating urban settlements that are tailored to embrace social inclusion, financial viability and environmental principles, born out of local resources, skills and opportunities.
China architect Chen Shuo is going to share“ low-carbon city total solution”, and explain how to become a low carbon city mode from the traditional city model, achieving a sustainable development city. He will presents the first zero carbon pavilion “ZedPavilion”, and combining with low-carbon practices design these years to interpret the story of “Zero Carbon”. |
Saturday, 5 November 2011
Conference Room 2 |
| 11.00-12.30 |
Trends Forum
This lecture of the Trends Forum will be a spectacular activity. As a research institution of professional design trends and inspiration in this country, Design Wowbox has invited the senior designers in this industry from various parts of Europe, America and Asia, who provide us with a wonderful opportunity for the blend and collision of Eastern and Western cultures. By means of releasing and analyzing the design elements such as color, material, texture, shape and pattern etc., they will give us a thorough explanation in simple terms the prevailing trends of this season and the corresponding ways of their application.
Speaker:Prof Berit Bergstrom - Nature’s influence in the Swedish Colour Design
Ms Eri-Oomae - China Trend Color 2013-1014
Mrs Renee Hytry - International Insights: What's in the World of Interior Design, Color, Materials and Trends |