Sustainable fun design: From kitsch to saving the climate in Lower Saxony!

Sustainable fun design: From kitsch to saving the climate in Lower Saxony!

An exciting double exhibition on the subject of design recently opened in Hanover, which highlights the creative concept of so-called fun design. This design aims to appeal emotionally to buyers and can be described as funny, original or playful. But not everything that falls under fun design is well received; there are also critics who find it provocative or tasteless. As hannover.de reports, fun design has experienced a real boom in the last few decades, particularly through Italian companies.

An exciting aspect of the exhibition is the historical forerunners of fun design, which are inspiring and make the development of modern design understandable. The trend shift towards sustainable design methods is also discussed, because in the past circular design and sustainability were often only niche topics in furniture and interior design.

Challenges and solutions in design

A big topic that concerns designers and companies is the impact of fast furniture on the environment. This quick and often low-quality piece of furniture has not only contributed to the waste of resources, but also to environmental degradation and climate change. Political guidelines and critical consumer demands have meant that the industry has to change. The double exhibition presents solutions from designers, students and scientists that show how sustainable design can be achieved. The exhibition is supported by the German Federal Environmental Foundation and the Lower Saxony Foundation, and a diverse supporting program invites visitors to delve deeper into the subject matter.

But now that we leave Hanover and head to the sprawling parks and small shops of Millsboro, Delaware, we find a different form of creativity. Millsboro attracts visitors of all ages with its beautiful parks and unique shops. Activities like kayaking and canoeing are particularly popular around Millsboro Pond - the calm waters are perfect for a relaxing day in nature. According to thetouristchecklist.com, ducks and herons can be observed there.

Millsboro's cityscape also features the DuPont Nature Center, which provides interactive displays and walking trails about local wildlife and ecosystems. For golf fans there is the Baywood Greens Golf Course, where family friendliness is very important. At Fisherman’s Wharf, scenic views and local events invite you to stroll and linger - a real highlight for the community.

Architecture and cultural highlights

Now let's move on to an architectural masterpiece that finds many admirers: the Rock House in Coconut Grove, Florida. This iconic project by Max Strang, completed in 2004, combines various architectural influences and is quite impressive. The monumental stone structure reflects the powerful forms of tropical architecture and was even featured in the television series “Miami Vice,” where it served as the jungle hideout of a drug lord. As the strang.design website mentions, the house shows how creative architecture can confidently solve problems. Originally designed as a residence for Strang's family, it has had a lasting influence on the Miami architecture scene.

Overall, these topics give us a wonderful insight into the world of design, nature and architecture, which learn from each other and constantly explore the limits of the ordinary. Whether in Hanover with its sustainable approaches, in Millsboro with its nature-based activities or in Florida with impressive architecture - each region brings its own colorful splash of color to the big picture of creativity.