Material

Future Generations

Expression

Materials identified for future generations encompass a dynamic concept of movement, mirroring fluidity and adaptability. As the most diverse generation in history navigates life, their perspectives and experiences influence the materials of the future, imbuing them with the essence of youth-centric innovation.

Cultural resonance serves as a bridge connecting generations and continents. The act of reusing materials transcends mere conservation; it becomes a celebration of human ingenuity, resilience, and creativity. Humor, cynism, hope and gloom shape the narrative. Through repurposing and upcycling, mundane items are infused with new narratives, influenced by culture and history.

The materials embody this dynamic through their layered appearance. Stitching creates layered patchwork effects that evokes a sense of freedom. The blocked pixelated effects are translated into jacquards and knitwear, transitioning from the digital to the physical realm. Dipping materials in rubber adds both protection and expression; the fluid drips make the material less static and more resistant.

Banner image, The Wonder of Unity by Ghislain Brown-Kossi