Re:Design
Young Designers Who Repurpose Materials Into New Objects
Re:Design highlights 14 emerging designers who are taking a fresh look at old materials. Part of a generation raised in a world where the continuous production of new objects can be environmentally irresponsible, some of these designers have repurposed old or discarded objects, finding beauty in their history and patina. Others have taken an innovative approach to objects or materials already in production, using them in creative and unexpected ways.
Re:Design is open to the public Free starting from Friday, April 8 - June 5, 2011.
Although each of the designers has a different reason for re-using materials, they are all adept at rethinking way to make completely different objects. Re:Design may be a glimpse into the future of design: Instead of relentlessly producing something new, with all the inherent environmental costs, designers can creatively engage with existing materials to add beauty, style and functionality to our daily lives.
Founded in 1933, the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey is the state’s largest organization dedicated exclusively to viewing, making and learning about contemporary art. Comprising a renowned studio school and a thriving exhibition, education and programming schedule, the Art Center welcomes over 60,000 visitors each year. The Art Center features an elegant two story main gallery, two strolling galleries, a fully equipped conference room ideal for meetings, presentations, seminars and training sessions; a state of the art kitchen facility, expansive studio space and an outdoor sculpture park.
Gallery hours: Monday - Thursday 9:30am-8pm, Friday 9:30am-5pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am-4pm
Http://www.artcenternj.org
68 Elm Street Summit NJ 07901
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