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April 30, 2015

Understanding Design and Automobiles Today Through Milan Salone | Milano Salone Gallery

The installation, dubbed "Word Cloud," is by Tom Dixon and Jaguar, creating 95 words in seven languages from aluminum to form the shape of the Jaguar XE.
The source of the installation, Jaguar XE
Kickstarter designed by Jaime Hayon for MINI
A Kickstarter is said to be one of the best tools for urban exploration.
A design characteristic of Jaime Hayon, which fans would likely recognize.
As is common in European cities, there's a large central courtyard upon entering, and the MINI exhibition is also substantial.
A vibrant blue MINI serves as a landmark for the exhibition venue.
Citroën C4 Cactus displayed at the "French Design" venue.
Citroën C4 Cactus
Citroën DS5 Hybrid displayed on Via Spiga (seen driving in Milan).
The Hyundai installation, called "Heliocours," is said to mimic the movement of waves.
The Hyundai installation, called "Heliocours," is said to mimic the movement of waves.
Hyundai's design philosophy emphasizes incorporating flowing, natural curves.
Kinetic artist Reuben Margolin
Kinetic artist Reuben Margolin
Hyundai's elaborate venue in the Tortona district was particularly striking.
The setup involved experiencing the concept model to understand the design policy, then viewing "Heliocours" at the venue.
Hyundai's elaborate venue in the Tortona district was particularly striking.
Hyundai's elaborate venue in the Tortona district was particularly striking.
Hyundai's elaborate venue in the Tortona district was particularly striking.
The Peugeot Design Lab installation featured plexiglass "grass" in the foreground that swayed to the sound.
With the keys and strings arranged horizontally, not only could the player's hand movements be seen, but the player could also hear the music better.
A warehouse served as the venue for the installation.
Peugeot Design Lab's "Food Truck"
The chef was constantly engaged in something, but when asked, "Are you cooking?" the curt reply was, "Posing for a photo shoot."
Aishin's ILY-A, which transforms into four modes.
Aishin's (Aishin Design) theme was "Imagine New Days" (though it also touched on anxieties about old age).
The "ILY-I" rolling armchair was designed and produced by Aishin Design, Setsu Ito, and Shinnobu Ito.
Audi Design Lab featured art themed around Lamborghini.
An MTB designed by Audi Design.
The "Pec" from Denmark's Biomega, with its long wheelbase and large basket, is quintessentially European.
On display at the French Design exhibition were the "Agence 360" (front) with a carbon frame designed by Patrick Jouffre for Look France, and the "Rulonli" by Inbô, known for its bamboo bikes.
These are furniture pieces made from parts of trams that were once popular in Milan, designed by Piero Fornasetti Giovane (are these vehicles too?).
"Unstoppable Spirit," standing 22 feet (6.7m) tall, is a collaborative work by Italian artist Nino Mustica and Gerry McGovern, Land Rover's Design Director.
"Unstoppable Spirit," standing 22 feet (6.7m) tall, is a collaborative work by Italian artist Nino Mustica and Gerry McGovern, Land Rover's Design Director.
Citroën C4 Cactus
Lexus Installation
Bösendorfer designed by Audi Design.
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