The Festival of Britain took place from May to September 1951, and was designed to commemorate the centenary of the Great Exhibition of 1851. It celebrated Britain’s achievements and potential; engaged people with the arts, science and industry; and provided a tonic after the austerity of the Second World War. It was promoted as a ‘national village fete’ or ‘a tonic to the nation.’
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Confessions of a Design Geek
out and about :: ernesto neto the edges of the world
Ernesto Neto was a breath of fresh, seaside, summer air. It was a thoroughly inspirational installation that created a world within the Hayward and completely challenged the way you think about interior design.
Confessions of a Design Geek
out and about :: the new decor
There were two pieces at The New Decor that really stood out as examples of how an artist’s mindset applied to design can create something truly magical.