"Talk to Me: Design and the Communication between People and Objects" Exhibition
The Museum of Modern Art
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"Talk to Me" explores the communication between people and things. All objects contain information that goes well beyond their immediate use or appearance. In some cases, objects like cell phones and computers exist to provide us with access to complex systems and networks, behaving as gateways and interpreters. Whether openly and actively, or in subtle, subliminal ways, things talk to us, and designers help us develop and improvise the dialogue.
The exhibition focuses on objects that involve a direct interaction, such as interfaces, information systems, visualization design, and communication devices, and on projects that establish an emotional, sensual, or intellectual connection with their users. Examples range from a few iconic products of the late 1960s to several projects currently in development—including computer and machine interfaces, websites, video games, devices and tools, furniture and physical products, and extending to installations and whole environments.
[Image: Masamichi Udagawa and Sigi Moeslinger of Antenna Design, David Reinfurt, Kathleen Holman, and MTA New York City Transit. MetroCard Vending Machine. 1999. Steel and other materials, 6' 7 7/8" x 41 11/16" x 26" Director, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Visual Basic software. Manufactured by Cubic Transportation Systems, USA. Image (c) Antenna Design]
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Schedule
from July 24, 2011 to November 07, 2011