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Discover Ecological Finnish Design: NowHere Finland 2012 Exhibition Featuring Sustainable Art

See innovative product designs by 47 artists emphasizing environmental solutions and sustainable materials.

The "NowHere Finland 2012: Diseño ecológico finlandés" exhibition highlights a curated collection of works by 47 artists who critically examine ecological design. Explore how environmental impact, sustainability, and aesthetic qualities merge in product design, from raw materials to decomposition. This collaboration with Finnish arts councils delves into innovative approaches to sustainable consumption through pieces made from recycled materials.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition showcases 'NowHere Finland 2012', focusing on ecological Finnish design. It features works from 47 artists created using recycled materials, emphasizing environmental solutions, sustainable perspectives, and aesthetic qualities in product design.

Curatorial context

The exhibition 'NowHere Finland 2012: Diseño ecológico finlandés' presents a collection of works by 47 artists that critically examine ecological design principles. The project, a collaboration between various Finnish arts councils and museums with the Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas, delves into the environmental impact, sustainability, and aesthetic and functional qualities of products. The exhibition explores the concept of ecological design, which aims to minimize adverse environmental impacts throughout a product's lifecycle, from raw material extraction to decomposition. It highlights the importance of using recycled and biodegradable materials, ethical production, and extending product lifespan through repairability and recyclability. The displayed items, ranging from lamps and jewelry to coffins and textiles, were all crafted from recycled materials, demonstrating innovative approaches to sustainable consumption and design.

Admission and ticket notes

Entry to the temporary exhibition is free. The museum is open Tuesday to Saturday from 9:30 to 15:00, with a late opening on Thursdays from 17:00 to 20:00. Sundays and holidays are open from 10:00 to 15:00. Closed on Mondays and specific public holidays.

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Venue
Museo Nacional de Artes Decorativas
Current status
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Exhibition schedule
From Oct 19, 2012
Artist line / attribution
Featuring works by 47 artists including Tiina Kylliäinen, Olli Hirvonen & Mirko Ihrig, Tuula Leppämäki / North Ark Oy, Anniina Nurmi / Nurmi Design Oy, Satu Bethell, Kari Alonen, Antti Suhanko, Arto Halmetoja / Studio Arto Halmetoja, Kati Kainulainen, Leena Mäki-Patola, Kristiina Nevakivi / Aamumaa Oy, Sanelma Hihnala, Hanna Terho / Cisneros Terho Arquitectos, and Mari Martikainen ja Minna IImpiö / Mifuko Oy.
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