# Kinetic Design Exhibitions The Parallel Practices Exhibition Explores Art and Design By Amy Duong | Published 2026-07-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parallel-practices References: [albertzbenda](https://www.albertzbenda.com/exhibitions/158-etai-felipe-pantone-parallel-practices/)  The Parallel Practices: Tailored Structures & Kinetic Surfaces exhibition marks the first collaboration between artist Felipe Pantone and Los Angeles designer Etai Drori at albertz benda's Los Angeles gallery. Installed within the gallery's mid-century modern residence, the presentation combines Pantone's [kinetic artworks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinetic-vases) with reimagined vintage furniture reconstructed by Drori. [Custom textiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sylvie-johnson) produced by Italian manufacturer Limonta feature Pantone's signature gradients, geometric patterns, and optical effects, extending his visual language from two-dimensional works onto functional furniture. Drawing from vintage [mid-century pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intersections-exhibition) sourced across Los Angeles, Drori digitally mapped, dismantled, and rebuilt each object while preserving its original character through contemporary craftsmanship. Pantone's wall-mounted works create a cohesive visual dialogue across the exhibition, exploring movement, repetition, and color through both art and design. It is on view until August 8th. Image Credit: Albertz Benda ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 85% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Kinetic Functional Art:** Gallery-ready furniture infused with optical movement and color effects signals demand for collectible objects that blur the boundary between utility and immersive art. - **Digitally Rebuilt Vintage:** Advanced mapping and reconstruction of mid-century pieces creates room for heritage design to be preserved while gaining contemporary material and production value. - **Artist-driven Textiles:** Custom fabrics translating an artist’s visual language into furniture surfaces highlight new possibilities for limited-edition interiors and cross-category licensing. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Interior Design:** Residential and gallery environments are becoming platforms for experiential furnishings that combine décor, art investment, and spatial storytelling. - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Hybrid production models pairing vintage frames with digital fabrication and premium textiles introduce differentiated pathways for high-end furniture renewal. - **Contemporary Art:** Collaborations between artists, designers, and manufacturers expand the commercial reach of visual practices beyond walls into functional collectible formats. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [In-Store Soap Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soap-sculptures.md) - [Personalized Longevity Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-art-of-longevity.md) - [Vampirecore Nail Art Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vampiric-feast-halloween-gift-box.md) - [Floral EVA Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ohana-hatake-fullbloom.md) - [Sophisticated Wooden Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/assemblage-collection.md) - [Collectible Non-Alcoholic Brews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limitededition-kingston-golden-pils.md) - [Licensed Summerween Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-time-terrifier-collection.md)