New Generation of Environmentally Aware Designers
August 19, 2004 | Levent OZLER
The Centre's Pat Foure explains that the idea is to sensitise the new generation of designers to materials and products that are environmentally friendly. Hence, the show has been called "No KAK: Designs to Save our Environment." ;
"It's about natural organic goods, recycled materials, minimum chemical usage and waste, and supporting local community initiatives by integrating their products into designs that are functional and striking. We're picking up on the South African slang, 'No Kak,' which essentially has the same meaning in connotation," ; says Foure.
The Centre toured nine technikons, universities and design schools throughout the country, preaching the gospel of environmentally benign design, and briefing fashion and textile students on designing according to set criteria.
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