The Downtown Detroit Partnership (DDP) strengthens and supports Downtown Detroit through strategic initiatives and programs. They convene business, philanthropic and government partners to create a vibrant and resilient urban core for Detroit and the region.
Detroit Month of Design is a citywide celebration of creativity that gathers designers and the greater community to celebrate Detroit’s role as a national and global design capital. Every September, partners from all across Detroit, from emerging studios to established companies and educational institutions, come together to show off their latest works and ideas. These cross-disciplinary events take place in all corners of the city, highlighting the work that makes Detroit a City of Design.
Four designers from the Detroit Design Network will host 60-90 minute in-person demonstrations at downtown Detroit parks during the month of September. Participating designers and demonstrations include:
This demonstration will feature a curved sculpture that allows people to hear each other clearly over long distances.
Designer: Zachery Belanger, Arcgeometer
Location: Beacon Park
During this demonstration participants will learn the basics of screen printing using pre-cut stencils to layer onto their own tote bag. All materials included.
Designer: Shayla Johnson, Scarlet Crane
Location: Campus Martius
During this demonstration GODNII will physically show how they manufacture a pair of glasses. The audience will choose one of three designs for them to make, by popular vote.
Designer: Ali Omar, GODNII
Location: Campus Martius
This participatory demonstration will showcase how a mural is transferred from small sketch to a larger panel. The community will be able to participate in the process using a “paint by number” approach.
Designers: Kellie Bambach and Adrienne Pickett, Ciel
Location: Campus Martius
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