Free Pop-Up Design Fair at ICA Challenges Industry Norms During London Design Festival
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Jennifer Hahn
A baker's-dozen of insight crammed into one ring.
Summary
Designer Nelly Ben Hayoun-Stépanian is organizing "Squat at the ICA," a free pop-up design fair at London's Institute of Contemporary Arts during the London Design Festival. The event aims to democratize access to design exhibitions by eliminating participation fees, allowing emerging and established designers to showcase work without financial barriers. The show features an eclectic mix of projects and seeks to redistribute opportunities within the design industry.
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"doesn't charge for participation"
"taking over London's Institute of Contemporary Arts"
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