Eames & teamLab: crafting for the physical space
Eames & teamLab: crafting for the physical space
1:45 - 2:10P
Infinite curiosity: what the Eames legacy can teach us about approaching design challenges of today
2:10 - 2:30P
Creating the unexpected, making it transformative
1:45 - 2:10P
Infinite curiosity: what the Eames legacy can teach us about approaching design challenges of today
Explore the enduring relevance of the Eames legacy with Figma's Amber Bravo and Eames Institute's Llisa Demetrios. Discover actionable insights and strategies rooted in their design philosophy, empowering designers to navigate and overcome present-day obstacles with curiosity and ingenuity.
Llisa Demetrios
She/her
Chief Curator at Eames Institute
As chief curator of the Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity, Llisa Demetrios is responsible for stewarding the Eames Collection. As a sculptor and archivist, Demetrios worked for years alongside her mother, Lucia Eames, at the Eames Ranch in Petaluma, CA, where they welcomed guests to immerse themselves in this unique body of work. Today, at the newly-opened Eames Archives in Richmond, CA, Llisa continues to share learnings from her legacy through exhibitions, events, and public tours.
Amber Bravo
She/her
Director of Editorial and Content at Figma
Amber Bravo is the Editorial Director at Figma. Prior to joining Figma, she led creative teams at companies like Google and Herman Miller, where she applied her love of storytelling to bringing new brands and identities to life. Amber got her start in media working as an editor for vanguard publications like The Fader, a magazine focused on new and emerging music and culture, and Dwell, an architecture and design publication and platform.
2:10 - 2:30P
Creating the unexpected, making it transformative
In a world oversaturated with experiences, how do we at teamLab design and make the unexpected? How do we not just meet but exceed customer expectations, leaving them transformed by the encounter? This talk delves into our art of crafting both physical and digital experiences where the customer is not just a spectator but the protagonist of the narrative.
Join us as we explore the design process of surprise and delight in creating unforgettable moments. Discover how to infuse tech and creativity into every touchpoint, ensuring that the unexpected becomes a catalyst for transformation. From our renowned immersive physical artworks to seamless digital interfaces of diverse sectors, we'll discuss strategies for putting the customer at the heart of it all.
Drawing from our experience and insights from numerous executed projects this talk will allow you an insight to the way we work, our methods and techniques for designing experiences that create an impact. Join us as we share all we know about creating the unexpected and making it truly transformative.
Daisuke Sakai
he/him
Co-founder at teamLab
Daisuke Sakai, born in Japan, 1978, graduated from the University of Tokyo's Department of Mechanical and Information Engineering. He co-founded teamLab in 2001, an international art collective exploring the convergence of art, science, and technology. With exhibitions in 27+ countries, teamLab pioneers global art and advances technology in system development and digital content creation, and is committed to pushing boundaries and redefining the possibilities of interdisciplinary collaboration.
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