Material Narratives | MRC Talk and Workshop Series

Material Narratives | MRC Talk and Workshop Series

The Material Resource Centre has invited three local designers to showcase their unique material explorations and design ideas. Each designer has established their studio to express their design theories and concepts.

We are excited that these designers will share their design ideas, material explorations, and studio experiences. They will also run interactive material workshops for SD students. This will be a special opportunity for students to work with different materials and create their own stories.

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Design for a Circular Economy  | WORKSHEET TALK

Want to learn more about how materials can impact societal sustainability? Join us for the talk 'Design for a Circular Economy' presented by WORKSHEET. Jade and Carr, the founders of WORKSHEET, will share insights on how materials can drive sustainable human and waste management within a local circular economy.

About WORKSHEET
WORKSHEET was established in 2015, focusing on the material regeneration from community fibrous waste, turning it into quantified community resources by material recycling production measures.

Talk Details
Date: 11 SEP 2024 (WED)
Time: 18:30-19:30
Venue: V510 (MRC) + online via zoom
Language: Cantonese
Quota: 20 physical seats + unlimited on zoom

Presented & Organised
Material Resource Centre, WORKSHEET

Speaker
Jade Wong | Founder of WORKSHEET

Moderator
Man Tsang | Officer of Material Resource Centre, SD

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Pulptecture: Designing Sustainable Structures with Pulp Materials | Worksheet Workshop
This hands-on workshop offers a unique opportunity to experience material recycling and production firsthand. Participants will visit Hong Kong’s first pulp recycling micro-factory, operate lab equipment to create reinforced pulp panels, and design practical modular structures using this sustainable material.

About WORKSHEET
WORKSHEET, established in 2015, focuses on recycling community fibrous waste into valuable resources through material design and engineering measures. We collaborate with experts to develop a comprehensive system of local production lines, encompassing material R&D, waste recycling-production, design and build, ESG reporting, and public education.

WORKSHOP DETAILS
Date: 19 SEP 2024 (THU)
Time: 18:30-20:00
Venue: Worksheet studio (Tsuen Wan)
Language: Cantonese
Quota: 15 (SD students only)

Presented & Organised
Material Resource Centre, WORKSHEET

Eligibility
Current School of Design students only

*Free of Charge

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Alternative Materials - Towards a New Sustainable Future | Studio RYTE Talk
Discover innovative uses of alternative materials for a sustainable future. Explore cutting-edge design practices that blend creativity with eco-friendly solutions. This Talk focuses on innovation and craftsmanship, transforming design practices to reduce environmental impact while maintaining elegance and functionality, paving the way for eco-friendly architectural solutions.

About Studio RYTE
Studio RYTE is a forward-thinking design studio celebrated for its innovative approach to furniture, interior, and architectural design, blending cutting-edge technology with traditional craftsmanship. They were awarded the Dezeen Awards, Architizer A+ Awards, Wallpaper* Magazine Award and more. They have exhibited internationally in Milan, Paris, Venice, Cologne and Tokyo.

Talk Details
Date: 3 OCT 2024 (THU)
Time: 18:30-19:30
Venue: V510 (MRC) + online via zoom
Language: Cantonese
Quota: 20 physical seats + unlimited on zoom

Presented & Organised
Material Resource Centre, Studio RYTE

Speaker
Dennis Cheung | Founder of Studio RYTE

Moderator
Man Tsang | Officer of Material Resource Centre, SD

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Edible Materials as Creative Mediums: with a Case Study of the 'Edible Archive of Weather' | Deep Food Talk

Deep Food co-founder Cindy Chan will share her discovery journey in creating design work with edible materials. Drawing on her creative experience in the earlier MRC commissioned work, the ‘Edible Archive of Weather’, she will unfold the bitter and the sweeter of using such a multi-sensory design material. Following her talk, she will invite PolyU participants to join her hands as explorers in designing edible materials, with the ‘Edible Archive of Everything’ experimental project attempting to co-create a collective ‘museum’ of edible archives.

 

About Deep Food
Deep Food is "Food for Thought," a creative agency that creates multi-sensory design experiences. Their edible-based designs range from immersive exhibitions, performances, and creative workshops. The team has a roster of clients, from M+ and LCSD to the Mills, creating works from witty Yuen Yeung blends to bizarre Hong Kongese buns.

Talk Details
Date: 8 OCT 2024 (THU)
Time: 18:30-19:30
Venue: V510 (MRC) + online via zoom
Language: Cantonese
Quota: 20 physical seats + unlimited on zoom

Presented & Organised
Material Resource Centre, Deep Food

Speaker
Cindy Chan | Co-Founder of Deep Food

Moderator
Man Tsang | Officer of Material Resource Centre, SD

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Edible Archive of Everything | Deep Food Workshop

Join Deep Food’s experimental food design at this workshop derived from the 'Edible Archive’ project, where edible materials are utilised to document issues like changing weather. Participants will explore archiving a chosen topic by sealing cans with edible materials, co-creating and co-curating a collective ‘museum’ of edible archives.

 

About Deep Food
Deep Food is "Food for Thought," a creative agency that creates multi-sensory design experiences. Their edible-based designs range from immersive exhibitions, performances, and creative workshops. The team has a roster of clients, from M+ and LCSD to the Mills, creating works from witty Yuen Yeung blends to bizarre Hong Kongese buns.

 

Workshop Details

Date: 15 OCT 2024 (TUE)

Time: 18:30-20:00

Venue: V303

Language: Cantonese

Quota: 15 (SD students only)

 

Presented & Organised
Material Resource Centre, Studio RYTE

Eligibility
Current School of Design students only

*Free of Charge

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Wow, Marble? An Alternative Approach to Elegancy Learning from Traditional Italian Craft | Studio RYTE Workshop
Italy's design legacy spans furniture to architecture, with marble central to its artistry. This workshop explores replicating marble's elegance using modern materials, embracing Italian craftsmanship and innovation.

 About Studio RYTE
Studio RYTE is a forward-thinking design studio celebrated for its innovative approach to furniture, interior, and architectural design, blending cutting-edge technology with traditional craftsmanship. They were awarded the Dezeen Awards, Architizer A+ Awards, Wallpaper* Magazine Award and more. They have exhibited internationally in Milan, Paris, Venice, Cologne and Tokyo.

Workshop Details
Date: 23 OCT 2024 (WED)
Time: 18:30-20:00
Venue: V303
Language: Cantonese
Quota: 16 (SD students only)

Presented & Organised
Material Resource Centre, Studio RYTE

Eligibility
Current School of Design students only

*Free of Charge

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