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The lastest issue of Dezeen Mail features a whirlpool-shaped aquarium in Copenhagen (above), 3D-printed food and “farmscrapers” in China, plus the lastest news, jobs, competitions and reader comments from Dezeen.

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Our job of the week on Dezeen Jobs is a position for a technician/laser cutting assistant at London surface-design company Giles Miller Studio, whose clients include fashion designer Stella McCartney (pop-up shop shown above). See more stories about Giles Miller Studio on Dezeen here.

Visit the ad for full details or browse many other architecture and design job opportunities on Dezeen Jobs.

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Samsung has just invested not in one, but in two impressively epic, stunt and VFX-heavy TV spots created by London agency CHI & Partners with no small amount of input from MPC…

One might question the relevance of hugely expensive, stunt and effects-driven TV spots in a YouTube age (not to mention a global recession), but seeing as Samsung manufactures precisely the kind of enormous flat screen TV’s that showcase epic action scenes perfectly, this approach actually makes perfect sense.

And the reason two ads have been commissioned is because Samsung want to advertise slightly different features of its new range of Smart TVs to two different markets.

The first ad, Charge (stills shown above), is designed to demonstrate the new Smart recommendation technology that takes into account the kind of programmes you like and recommends things to watch that you might like.

Romain Gavras directed an enormous cast of costumed characters who charge along an otherwise deserted beach – the idea being that the Roman centurions, cheerleaders, police cars, American football players, and even a whip-toting, chariot-riding Minotaur in the ad all represent different types of TV content you might be recommended through your Smart TV.

Charge credits:

Creative agency CHI & Partners
Creative director Jonathan Burley, Rick Brim
Art director Jay Phillips
Copywriter Neil Clarke
Planners Anthony Cox and Oli Egan
Agency producer Caroline Angell
Director Romain Gavras
Production company Somesuch&co
Prod co executive producer Tim Nash
DOP Benoit Debie
VFX MPC
VFX producer Ian Luxford
VFX supervisor Rob Walker
Grade Aline Sinquin
Audio post production Sam Ashwell @ 750mph
Editor Jono Griffith @ Hagon

The second ad, King of TV City, has a somewhat smaller cast (of just one) but a much larger wodge of spectactular VFX created by MPC. Directed by Stink‘s Adam Berg, the spot is set in a deserted cityscape where one man encounters an array of TV content, from stampeding wildebeest to a rampaging Tyrannosaur and a squadron of alien invaders. Just as a huge fireball is about to engulf our hero, he says “pause” and it emerges he’s watching the action on his impressively large Samsung tellybox, controlling the action using hand movements and his voice too.

King of TV City credits:

Creative agency CHI & Partners
Executive creative director Jonathan Burley
Art director Alexei Berwitz
Copywriter Rob Webster
Agency producer Alex Nicholson
Director Adam Berg
Production company Stink
Prod co exec producer Blake Powell
Prod co producer Ben Croker
DOP Mattias Montero
VFX MPC
VFX producer Chris Allen
VFX supervisor Franck Lambertz
Grade Mark Gethin
Audio post production Jungle Studios
Editor Paul Hardcastle (Trim)

I can’t deny that these ads feed my desire to get a new, bigger, more epic TV. But I also can’t help but remain sceptical about the idea of controlling such a device with hand movements and voice control. I’d imagine that in the majority of households where families move around and, you know, talk to each other (regardless of whether or not there’s a film on) this just won’t work, will it?

Tell you what though – if you were going to bring Minority Report to the stage as a theatre production, it might be handy to have one or two of these hand-movement and voice-controlled TVs to use as props.

The April print issue of CR presents the work of three young animators and animation teams to watch. Plus, we go in search of illustrator John Hanna, test out the claims of a new app to have uncovered the secrets of viral ad success and see how visual communications can both help keep us safe and help us recover in hospital

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wants a Design & New Media Fellow
in Minneapolis, Minnesota

This year marks a shift in the scope of Walker Art Center’s long-running Design Fellowship, which has been expanded to include New Media. This means that fellows will have not only a strong background in visual design but experience in interaction design and front-end development as well.

In addition to print projects such as exhibition identities and collateral materials, this year’s fellow will be focusing on select projects such as design updates to the Walker website, online publishing initiatives and the institution’s first e-publishing project.

Designers from the world over are encouraged to apply to this highly competitive fellowship by the May 5 deadline.

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Dezeen promotion: designjunction has announced a list of exhibitors for EDIT, taking place in the Brera design district of Milan next month.

Above: No Early Birds collection by Per Söderberg
Top: Kiki stool by Patricia Urquiola for Mabeo

Established at London Design Festival, designjunction will bring a curated selection of brands, workshops, installations and pop-up shops to the La Pelota venue, Via Palermo 20121, Milan.

Above: Material pendant lamps by Nevvvorks

Brands including Modus, Ercol and Mabeo will present work by designers such as Patricia Urquiola, Arik Levy, Luca Nichetto and PearsonLloyd.

Above: work by the Polish Institute

EDIT has a few exhibitor spaces left, so click here if you are interested in participating. Find out more about the event in our previous annoucement or on the designjunction website.

Here is some more information from the organisers:

9 – 14 April 2013 – designjunction announces the stellar line-up of brands for EDIT at the Salone del Mobile

Having firmly established itself as the largest destination for contemporary interior design and culture at the London Design Festival, the critically acclaimed designjunction is set to transport an edited version of the show to Milan for the world’s largest furniture fair.

Above: Geta sofa by Arik Levy for Modus

EDIT by designjunction will be a major exhibition for global design, featuring more than 25 brands in the renowned La Pelota venue. Exhibitors include: Modus, Extremis, No Early Birds/Per Soderberg, Channels, Mabeo Furniture, Ercol, Feliz, Innermost, Nevvvorks, Material Lab, Atelier Areti, Case, Utility & Utopia, Vessel Gallery, Sefar, Tokio, Christopher Farr, designlink.pl, Bent Hansen, Forza Tappeti exhibition, Kalmar Lighting, Massless, Brose & Fogali and tokyobikes.

Above: vessels by Utopia & Utility

Here are just some of the highlights to look out for:

No Early Birds/Per Soderberg

No Early Birds is a timeless design collection designed and produced by Per Söderberg.
The collection uses a limited set of parts to create a full range of products (pictured above). The powder coated metal cross-leg is the main feature of the No Early Birds collection – architectural in its appearance it almost carries the other structures on its shoulders.

Thoughtful detail and easy assembly have been applied to the collection. The metal joins are functional, visible and elegant. The collection is entirely made in Sweden using quality material and eco-friendly production. The full furniture collection will be exhibited in Milan alongside a new home accessories range including a candelabra and solid brass dishes.

Above: bicycle by Tokyobike

Channels

Established in 1995 by Samuel Chan, Channels is a modern British design company with a focus on simple design and traditional craftsmanship. It is best known for the high quality of its products and its design integrity, with all products made in Shropshire in the UK.

Channels’ will launch a new lighting collection by Samuel Chan – handcrafted entirely from wood – adding to the Finnieston collection which launched in September. The range now includes the Finnieston Wall Lamp, Finnieston Bookcase and Tripod Tables.

Channels will also be launching a trio of pendant lights called Three Wise Men. The tactile round forms are made from solid wood and outstanding examples of how Samuel Chan combines new design with contemporary wood craft.

Above: Balustrade vases by Simon Moore

designlink.pl – the exhibition and guide on Polish Design

The second edition of Designlink.pl will celebrate the best Polish design over the past year from ideas, products, places and people through a carefully curated exhibition and printed publication. From extraordinary weaving structures, technology for the future, fiberglass organic forms that pioneered design innovation in the 60s, ceramic tradition revived and a little taste of poetry will demonstrate the importance of Polish design.

The exhibition will be organised by the Creative Project Foundation in partnership with Adam Mickiewicz Institute, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Poland.

Above: Two Spheres light by Atelier Areti

Nevvvorks

Nevvvorks is an exciting new Danish lighting and furniture brand with a passion for craft and imagination translated into great design. The collection focuses on the functional aspect of design combined with Nevvvorks fascination for new materials.

Material Pendant by Noergaard and Kechayas (pictured above) uses a variety of material across one shape including cork, stone, and wood. Also forming part of the collection is Gear candle holder by Rikke Frost which has an industrial quality and is available in different finishes as well as the Keel tables which are simple and easy to assemble.

Above: Camerino Valet Stand by Brose and Fogale

Modus

Adding to their extensive collection, leading British furniture brand Modus will debut a series of new projects with Arik Levy, Shin Azumi, PearsonLloyd, Jonathan Prestwich, Pengelly Design and Michael Sodeau.

Modus will also be collaborating with Apartment 58 to recreate a pop-up version of their global members club in Milan. The VIP lounge at EDIT by designjunction will be fully furnished by Modus and will be a place to socialise, relax or work within a comfortable home-from-home environment.

Above: Finnieston tripod tables by Samuel Chan For Channels

Mabeo Furniture

Mabeo is an award-winning brand from Botswana, Africa which focuses on craftsmanship, sustainability, culture, natural materials, people and design. Mabeo’s aim is to merge the African craftsperson’s perspective and traditional African culture with a desire for refined modernity.

In collaboration with designers such as Patrica Urquiola, Claesson Koivisto Rune, Garth Roberts and Luca Nichetto, Mabeo has been successfully delivering international projects in the hospitality, residential and commercial sectors since 2009.

The product selection for Milan will include: Meradi Cabinet by Garth Roberts, Kika stools by Patricia Urquiola (pictured above), Thusi Clothing Valet by Studio Nio to name a few.

Above: Mantis Desk by Sam Wilkinson for Case

Atelier Areti

The talented design duo Atelier Areti create objects of exceptional quality, both design and material wise. Since launching their design studio in 2008 they have worked closely with master craftsmen and manufacturers in Germany and Sweden.

Look out for beautiful wall lights, lights in the shape of birds and exquisite floor lamps. New product launches include: Squares, Up Down Pendants, Marguerite, Circle + Sphere Pendants and Leaf Wall light.

EDIT by designjunction has a limited number of spaces available.
To apply contact Deborah Spencer: deborah@spencerprojects.co.uk

Above: lighting by Kalmar Werkstätten

Opening hours

Tuesday 9 April: 4pm – 7pm – press preview

Wednesday 10 April: 10am – 8pm
Thursday 11 April: 10am – 8pm
Friday 12 April: 10am – 10pm – late night opening
Saturday 13 April: 10am – 7pm
Sunday 14 April: 10am – 4pm

www.thedesignjunction.co.uk

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