Isola Design District at Milan Design Week 2024 Explores Eastern Design
During Milan Design Week 2024, the Isola district presents an exhibition called 'This Future is Currently Unavailable,' which questions blind faith in progress while exploring the role of design in addressing systemic challenges. A standout feature is 'Anatolia,' a collaboration between Isola Design Group and Turkish furniture brand Grob Design, which debuted in Downtown Dubai in November 2023. This exhibition draws inspiration from the caravanserai concept and showcases work from various contributors, including Atelier Terra Madre and Zade Design, among others. Furthermore, 'Routes to Roots,' displayed at the Ithra Creativity Conference in Saudi Arabia, emphasizes local identity and sustainability, featuring artists like Asma Derouiche. The article underscores common themes of caravans and eco-friendly practices among Turkish and Gulf designers, highlighting design's role in global distinction.
Key facts
- Isola Design District at Milan Design Week 2024 features 'This Future is Currently Unavailable'.
- 'Anatolia' is a collaboration between Isola Design Group and Grob Design.
- 'Anatolia' was first presented at Downtown Dubai in November 2023.
- 'Routes to Roots' was previously shown at the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture – Ithra Creativity Conference in Saudi Arabia.
- Participating designers in 'Anatolia' include Atelier Terra Madre, Creande, Doodle And The Gang, Dozaj / Gokhan Sencan, Editions Levantine, Ev ceramic-lab, Kita Living, Nella Figueroa, Od Art & Design, Tugba Cebecioglu, Zade Design.
- Participating designers in 'Routes to Roots' include Asma Derouiche, Bachir Mohamad, Booabbod, LameiceAbu.Aker, Manahel Alqassem, Marwa Samy, Maryam Al-Homaid, Mina Abouzahra, Pilgrim, Shell Homage, Studio Bazaro, T SAKHI.
- The exhibitions explore themes of caravanserai, craftsmanship, sustainability, and cultural identity.
- Design is positioned as a tool for national branding and differentiation.
Entities
Artists
- Atelier Terra Madre
- Creande
- Doodle And The Gang
- Dozaj / Gokhan Sencan
- Editions Levantine
- Ev ceramic-lab
- Kita Living
- Nella Figueroa
- Od Art & Design
- Tugba Cebecioglu
- Zade Design
- Asma Derouiche
- Bachir Mohamad
- Booabbod
- LameiceAbu.Aker
- Manahel Alqassem
- Marwa Samy
- Maryam Al-Homaid
- Mina Abouzahra
- Pilgrim
- Shell Homage
- Studio Bazaro
- T SAKHI
Institutions
- Isola Design Group
- Grob Design
- King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture
- Ithra Creativity Conference
- Artribune
Locations
- Milan
- Italy
- Isola
- Downtown Dubai
- Dubai
- United Arab Emirates
- Saudi Arabia