NetflixAbstract: The Art of Design (2017) is a documentary web series in English. On MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch Abstract: The Art of Design online in HD.
Abstract: The Art of Design — Storyline
Step inside the minds of the most innovative designers in a variety of disciplines and learn how design impacts every aspect of life.
Cast & Crew
Abstract: The Art of Design — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2017-02-10 |
| Seasons | 2 |
| Episodes | 14 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Network | Netflix |
| Status | Ended |
| Rating | 7.8/10 (86 votes) |
Abstract: The Art of Design — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: Christoph Niemann: Illustration (2017-02-10) — From New Yorker covers to Instagram sketches, illustrator Christoph Niemann plays with abstraction and interactivity — and questions authenticity.
- E2: Tinker Hatfield: Footwear Design (2017-02-10) — Tinker Hatfield's background in architecture and athletics sparked his game-changing shoe designs for Nike, including the iconic Air Jordan series.
- E3: Es Devlin: Stage Design (2017-02-10) — Stage designer Es Devlin crafts evocative sets for concerts, operas, plays and runway shows using light, film, sculpture — and even rain.
- E4: Bjarke Ingels: Architecture (2017-02-10) — Architect Bjarke Ingels unites function, fantasy and sustainability in “pragmatic utopian” designs like a clean power plant topped with a ski slope.
- E5: Ralph Gilles: Automotive Design (2017-02-10) — As Fiat Chrysler’s global head of design, Ralph Gilles steers the brand into the future with sleek new sports cars and a self-driving electric van.
- E6: Paula Scher: Graphic Design (2017-02-10) — Graphic designer Paula Scher paints with words, developing the visual language of iconic brands and institutions around the world.
- E7: Platon: Photography (2017-02-10) — Platon’s fearless portraits capture the souls of world leaders and ordinary people. A shoot with Gen. Colin Powell provides a window into his process.
- E8: Ilse Crawford: Interior Design (2017-02-10) — Interior designer Ilse Crawford creates spaces and objects that engage the senses and promote well-being, from high-end hotels to Ikea furniture.
Season 2
- E1: Olafur Eliasson: The Design of Art (2019-09-25) — Olafur Eliasson creates sensory-rich immersive installations, including a lamp-lit sun at the Tate Modern and chunks of Arctic ice on city streets.
- E2: Neri Oxman: Bio-Architechture (2019-09-25) — Can we design our way out of an ecological crisis? At the MIT Media Lab, professor Neri Oxman cultivates new materials that emulate nature.
- E3: Ruth Carter: Costume Design (2019-09-25) — A visual storyteller and frequent Spike Lee collaborator, Ruth E. Carter won an Oscar for her Afrofuturistic costume design for "Black Panther."
- E4: Cas Holman: Design for Play (2019-09-25) — As founder of toy company Heroes Will Rise, Cas Holman crafts tools and objects designed to inspire kids (and adults) to play creatively.
- E5: Ian Spalter: Digital Product Design (2019-09-25) — On the heels of leading influential projects for Nike and Instagram, Ian Spalter explains the process of experimenting with new product designs.
- E6: Jonathan Hoefler: Typeface (2019-09-25) — While researching vintage watches as inspiration for a new font, Jonathan Hoefler delves into his work for Apple, Obama's "Change" campaign and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does Abstract: The Art of Design have? 2 season(s) with 14 episodes.
Where can I watch Abstract: The Art of Design? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
