# Medieval Design-Inspired Exhibitions (Re)imagining Aydon is Located in a 700-Year-Old Castle By Kalin Ned | Published 2022-08-08 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medival-design References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2022/08/05/reimagining-aydon-exhibition-13th-century-castle/) & [anthonyforsyth](https://anthonyforsyth.com/About)  A group of designers and academics are exploring the meanings and implications of medieval design in the contemporary moment. Their efforts have culminated in a curious exhibition that occupies the Aydon Castle which dates back to the 13th century and is considered "one of the best-preserved fortified manor houses in England." The exhibition is cleverly named '(Re)imagining Aydon.' Various objects adorn the historic castle. Amongst them are a bright red wooden chair that takes cues from medieval design, The Sentinel chair by Mac Collins and Joe Franc, a lounge chair assembled from offcuts by Rickard Whittingham, the Aperture vessels, a pair of candleholders, and more. The exhibition, which was initiated by Anthony Forsyth, a senior lecturer at Northumbria University School of Design, responded to the castle's history. Image Credit: Dezeen ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Medieval Design Revival:** The use of medieval design elements in modern products and exhibits creates a unique sense of nostalgia and craftsmanship. - **Historic Site Utilization:** Using historical sites for modern exhibits and designs highlights their beauty and importance while providing a unique platform for artistic expression. - **Cultural Exploration Through Design:** Exploring different historical periods and their meanings through design provides insight into past cultures and creates opportunities for new interpretations in the present day. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Interior Design:** The integration of medieval design elements into modern furniture and decor offers a unique aesthetic for home and commercial spaces. - **Museums and Exhibitions:** Using historical sites for modern exhibits and designs provides a new way of experiencing history and can encourage increased tourism and interest in cultural preservation. - **Academic Research and Education:** Exploring historical design and its meanings can provide valuable insight into past cultures and encourage further learning and appreciation for the arts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Raw Material-Focused Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/material-memory.md) - [19th-Century-Inspired Seating Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scottish-designers.md) - [Historic Castle Renewals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norwich-castle-restoration.md) - [Archival Furniture Exhibits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grain-pile.md) - [Castle-Inspired Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hollywood-hills-house-1.md) - [Cave-Enclosed Residency Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transhumances-iii.md) - [Rerfeshed Historic Workspaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloisters-interiors.md) - [Experimental Furniture Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mise-en-abymes.md) - [Immersive Domestic Design Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/residence-exhibition.md)