Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Why I Design - 30+Designers Talk About What They Do and Why They're Designing in Vancouver

As of Vancouver Design Week, I went out to the Museum of Vancouver (MOV) to see some of the latest in all kinds of design, here. The museum is located at the HR MacMillan Planetarium and right outside is one of our famous landmarks, the Crab sculpture, made of stainless steel and created by George Norris.  This beauty really set the tone for more than 30 unique products and environments.



The climbing harness, very lightweight, yet strong, is designed by 
Tony Richardson, an outdoor equipment designer. Working for Arc'teryx 
for seven years, he has created everything from hats to footwear.  Climbing 
harnesses are his current focus. He is so enthusiastic about his product that I 
almost bought a couple for two enthusiastic Seattle climbers that I know would 
love to try this out.'


Snugvest is designed by Lucia Hsieh for individuals coping with physical 
challenges such as cerebral palsy, leukodystrophy, and hypertonia.  Industrial 
designer, Lisa Fraser, Founder and CEO of Snug Vest, with is also passionate 
about bringing helpful products to individuals with cognitive and anxiety challenges. 
Snug Vest can be a hug for people with autism and sensory disorders.  Beautifully 
tailored and colorful, the vest is invaluable  has received the BC Creative Achievement 
Award and BC Business Top 30 under 30.


Nocturnal Workshop Co-Founder and Designer, Tyler Froese, is in his fourth 
year of Fashion Design at Kwantlen University.  I hope to see his graduating 
collection and interview him for the blog, very soon, too.  There is definitely a 
place in the world of outdoor/sports equipment, for well tailored and constructed, 
reflective backpacks, among other things.  These come in a range of colors and 
styles and look terrific as well as making sure drivers can see you walking or riding 
your bike, at night. I liked how the packs were displayed as they would be in a 
store; everyone was eager to take them off the rack and put them right on.


Rob Nathan - Freelance Designer, 139 Design!  Award winner and 
designer of a wide range of products.  Product Director at SOLE for 9 years 
before launching his own company.  I was impressed with the orthotics, light 
weight, made to measure and much more affordable than the $$$ 'must haves' 
for our family athletes. hmmm



Wonderful event featuring Digital Graffiti Walls, glass expression, furniture 
designs, skateboards,(longboards) folding kayaks,  and much, much, more!


Transformers and transformative power!  Awesome achievements, all!

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