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Design for Humankind at Dwell on Design NY

Professionals examine solutions for the needs of all people in this onstage discussion at Dwell on Design NY.

At Dwell on Design New York, we explored the premise that no matter the discipline, good design is a network of systematic responses that addresses needs on a daily basis and solves the problems of today. Human beings, in the great spectrum of their physical and emotional responses, have a wide variety of needs; so how can the concept of “good design” apply to all people? In the panel Design for Humankind—just head of our keynote address with Daniel Libeskind—Christine Marvin of Marvin Windows and Doors joins New York architects Robert Kahn, and Joseph Tanney of Resolution: 4 Architecture, examined modern strides in accessibility and universal design.

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The living room is furnished with Modernica’s Split Rail loveseat and sofa and a walnut Eames stool from Herman Miller. The dining area features Vico Magistretti’s Maui chairs and an Antonio Citterio Glossy table, both from plastics expert Kartell.
The living room is furnished with Modernica’s Split Rail loveseat and sofa and a walnut Eames stool from Herman Miller. The dining area features Vico Magistretti’s Maui chairs and an Antonio Citterio Glossy table, both from plastics expert Kartell.
Designed by architects Rick Shean and Christopher Simmonds, a project in Quebec, Canada, was a winner of the 2014 Architects Challenge, a collection of annual submissions each year that display architectural creativity and feature Marvin Windows and Doors. On our Design for Humankind panel, Christine Marvin will represent a family business dedicated to accommodating residents of all abilities.
Designed by architects Rick Shean and Christopher Simmonds, a project in Quebec, Canada, was a winner of the 2014 Architects Challenge, a collection of annual submissions each year that display architectural creativity and feature Marvin Windows and Doors. On our Design for Humankind panel, Christine Marvin will represent a family business dedicated to accommodating residents of all abilities.
Marvin has a stated dedication to Universal Design, and planning for the long term. The Canadian project includes tilt-turn and hopper windows, with easy-to-reach handles.
Marvin has a stated dedication to Universal Design, and planning for the long term. The Canadian project includes tilt-turn and hopper windows, with easy-to-reach handles.
Architect Robert Kahn will join us to discuss, among other projects, the Hill House in Palo Alto, California, a remodel of a 1960s "pole house" that has been made fully accessible through a series of subtle ramps and passageways.
Architect Robert Kahn will join us to discuss, among other projects, the Hill House in Palo Alto, California, a remodel of a 1960s "pole house" that has been made fully accessible through a series of subtle ramps and passageways.