Although on paper a Rhein-side project, at Designers’ Open 2011 the Köln based platform “Design braucht Täter” had a distinct Berlin flavour.
We think we know why. We’ll confirm why later.
Established in 2008 as an independent platform for presenting young and experimental design during the annual IMM Cologne week, Design braucht Täter has always been a happy hunting ground for those looking to escape the more conservative works on show elsewhere in the city.
And since 2010 Design braucht Täter have also presented their very individual and entertaining take on design exhibitions at Designers’ Open Leipzig
Among the works on display at Designers’ Open 2011 were the ceramic Hook “Hammer” by Katy Jung, the clothes rack parva by Ines Königsmann & Nora Schmidt and Clipbox by Alexander Augsten.
Plus of course objects from the Täter des Jahres Sebastian Donath aka neoncolour’s “hommage au velo” collection.
All presented in the fitting ambiance of a former transformer room on the Leipzig Baumwollspinnerei complex.
The next chance to see Design braucht Täter will be in January 2012 in Cologne. And any designers wishing to be participate can still apply
Full details on Design braucht Täter, the individual projects and how to apply can be found at www.design-braucht-taeter.de
