Opening Ceremony of George Nelson: Architect, Writer, Designer, Teacher Exhibition by HKDI Gallery
Opening Ceremony of George Nelson: Architect, Writer, Designer, Teacher Exhibition by HKDI Gallery
17 Mar 2014
George Nelson: Architect, Writer, Designer, Teacher, an exhibition of the internationally renowned Vitra Design Museum Germany, generously sponsored by Herman Miller Asia Pacific, is now presented by HKDI Gallery at HKDI. By showcasing a range of classic designs of George Nelson, an American industrial designer and one of the founders of American Modernism, the exhibition aims to inspire students’ creativity and promote contemporary design to the general public. Ms. Susie HO, Permanent Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development (Communications and Technology) of the HKSAR, Mr. Reiner PACKEISER, Head of the Exhibition Department, Vitra Design Museum, Germany and Mr. Leslie LU Lam, Principal of HKDI attended the Opening Ceremony of the exhibitions on 17th March, 2014.
Mr. Reiner PACKEISER, Head of the Exhibition Department, Vitra Design Museum, Germany said, ‘We appreciated the support from HKDI. Hong Kong is the first leg of “George Nelson: Architect, Writer, Designer, Teacher” tour in Asia. Through this collaboration, we would like to unleash the power of design by focusing on the vital relationship and complex interplay between cities. At the same time, we are looking forward to building a broader platform for exchanging ideas and bringing the work of the world renounced designer to the public.’
Mr. Leslie LU, Principal of HKDI said, ‘HKDIand HKDI Gallery is delighted to present “George Nelson: Architect, Writer, Designer, Teacher” as part of the Asian Tour of the exhibition. In collaboration with Vitra Design Museum, Germany, we share the common belief in promoting prominent modern designs and designers via international exposition to both local and global audiences.’
Nelson is one of the towering figures of American design in the 20th century. He believed that designers should have a thorough understanding of the world around them, which motivated him to design some of the most iconic home furnishings of the 20th century. As design director at Herman Miller from 1947 to 1972, Nelson had a major influence on the product line and public image of the company for over two decades. He was also responsible for collaborating with many of the iconic designers of the era from Charles and Ray Eames to Alexander Girard. During his tenure at Herman Miller, Nelson was a prominent innovator in the development of the modern office environment including his L-shaped desk as the forerunner of the workstation (1947), Action Office (1964), and Nelson Workspaces (1977).Before becoming a designer, Nelson was a journalist for design magazines. He promoted his influential creative concepts through journalism. By writing about design, architecture and the social responsibility of designers from the perspective of society and economy, Nelson was an influential critic in the 1940s.
George Nelson: Architect, Writer, Designer, Teacher Exhibition presents some of Nelson’s signature pieces such as the Marshmallow Sofa, colourful ball-clocks, the Bubble Lamps and Pretzel Chair, as well as examples of company brochures and writings he created. Visitors will get an insight into Nelson’s world of design. The exhibition is held at HKDI Gallery until 2 June 2014.
“George Nelson: Architect, Writer, Designer, Teacher” Exhibition
Date: from today (17 March 2014)to 2 June 2014 (Closed on Tuesdays)
Opening Hours: 10am – 8pm (Free Admission)
Venue: HKDI Gallery, HKDI & IVE (Lee Wai Lee)
3 King Ling Road, Tseung Kwan O, New Territories, Hong Kong
(Tiu Keng Leng MTR Station Exit A2)
General Enquiry: Tel 3928 2566 or hkdi-gallery@vtc.edu.hk
Website: https://www.hkdi.edu.hk/hkdi_gallery/gn
