Iranian architect Habibeh Madjdabadi has created 2 designs for a recent designboom competition, The Intelligent Hand. Both of Madjdabadi’s projects represent the hands of Iranian protesters; those who vote in protest and those who rally for democracy using the symbolic color green. The juxtaposition of fire and metal in the sculptural pieces might be representative of passion and determination.
Madjdabadi’s hand designs were among the 150 finalists in a competition sponsored by the Italian company, MACEF.
Photo Credits: designboom, habibehmajdabadi
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Symbolic Sculptural Art
- There is an opportunity for disruption in the art and design industry by incorporating symbolism and social commentary into sculptural pieces.
- Protest-inspired Designs
- Designers can create products and artworks that are inspired by political and social issues to make a statement and spark conversation.
- Mixed Media Art
- By combining materials such as metal and fire, artists can create unique and striking pieces that challenge traditional art forms.
Sectors Adopting This
- Art and Design
- The art and design industry can embrace protest-inspired designs and incorporate social commentary into their works to attract new audiences.
- Political Activism
- There is a potential for political activism groups to commission protest-inspired designs to symbolize their cause and inspire action.
- Metalworking and Sculpture
- There is an untapped market for mixed media art and sculpture that combines traditional materials with unconventional mediums like fire and electronics.
