deTour, Hong Kong’s design festival makes its return to PMQ with the theme of “Use(fu)less”
deTour, one of Hong Kong’s leading design festivals is returning this November 26 until December 12 under the theme of “Use(fu)less”. The festival is a joint effort between local creative, Shin Wong with Trilingual Design’s Chris Tsui and Adonian Chan which aims to link the virtual with the physical through interactive exhibitions, design seminars and workshops.
This year’s theme asks visitors to actively rethink the very basic functions of design. With 37 workshops and 11 design lectures both in virtual and physical form, there are plenty of unique exhibitions to see. Here, we list down the ones you shouldn’t miss.
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1. Red Silk of Fate: The Shrine by Sputniko
The red thread of fate has always been a common motif in Chinese, Japanese and Korean mythologies. It’s believed that the red thread is tied by the gods to two people who are destined to be together. In this artwork, Japanese British artist, Sputniko brings the symbol to life through a ribboned piece of fabric to replicate an ancient shrine that’s dedicated to love. Collaborating with Napp Studio & Architects, the reimagined silk thread also carries new meanings of beliefs, desires, emotions and purpose.
The artwork is backed by diffused lighting to mimic the soft glow of moonlight, guests are encouraged to admire the ornate floral patterns and with the ancient lore still fresh in mind, to allow reflection on the meaning of emotion and connection during the time of social distancing.
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