Materials & Applications

Since 2002, nestled among boutiques and cafes in the popular Los Angeles neighborhood of Silverlake, Materials & Applications has been installing large-scale architectural exhibits in what amounts to a front yard. For episode 62, CH looks at some of the stunning works that have been shown there, from the attention-grabbing golden vortex of Maximillian's Schell to last year's interactive fountain piece. We also check out the current exhibition "Bubbles," a collaboration between designers from FoxLin Inc., NONdesigns, and Brand Name Label, which features white teardrop-shaped inflatables that react to visitors bumping into them. We talk to architect Michael Fox (of FoxLin Inc.) about the concept and inspiration. Sitting down with Materials & Applications founder Jenna Didier and technical director Oliver Hess, we get the story behind their innovative space for experimental architecture.

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Howto & Style

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• LA
• Architectural
• Exhibits