Dutch design duo Kiki & Joost has opened up a public exhibition that is connected to the duo's Eindhoven studio. This allows them to freely showcase their work in contrast to a traditional gallery. The couple, Kiki van Eijk and Joost van Bleiswijk create work as independent designers who also work under the duo name. The site was assembled in under two days with poured concrete as the flooring and a basic structure held by hammered wood pins.
Van Ejik shares with Dezeen, "The world is changing. People are interested in design but they are also interested in seeing how designers work, what their workshops are like, what they are interested in. We felt the urge to have an exhibition space for ourselves to present things as soon as they are ready, where nothing is planned beforehand and it can all be super spontaneous. It makes a big difference from planning ahead with museums or galleries."
Image Credit: Kiki & Joost
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Spontaneous Exhibition Spaces
- Exhibition areas created ad-hoc offer dynamic new avenues for artists to present work instantly, bypassing traditional gallery planning.
- Designer-integrated Galleries
- Galleries that directly connect to design studios allow for a more immersive experience, blending creation and exhibition in real-time.
- Rapid Assembly Interiors
- Interiors constructed in minimal timeframes with simple, robust materials present novel opportunities for flexible workspace solutions.
Where This Applies
- Art and Design
- Adapting to spontaneous and fluid exhibition models could redefine artist-public interactions and curation practices.
- Construction and Building Materials
- Quick-assembly construction methods utilizing basic materials can revolutionize the development of temporary and pop-up structures.
- Interior Design
- The shift towards creating public exhibition spaces within studios introduces a seamless blend of professional workspaces and public showcases.
