The thesis explores the so-called Space Age period and the development of plastic from its conception to today with an additional focus on body deformations in contemporary society. The project yielded original graphic patterns implemented in different textile techniques that inhabit three-dimensional, multifunctional objects. In light of the environmental strain caused by the textile industry, I took a sustainable approach by reusing scraps of material by Slovenian company Inplet. The theoretical part of the thesis presents an overview of the evolution of interiors related to the first explorations of space in the 1960s. The works of interior designer Verner Pantone are highlighted as the greatest inspiration for the experimental part of the thesis. Furniture design of the time reflected the organic shapes of celestial bodies and spacecraft and utilized bright, psychedelic colours. New plastic materials were frequently utilized. Fashion designers presented futuristic clothing, footwear, and accessories on the runways and through their costume design. The thesis explores the types of existing plastic materials and their effect on the natural environment. It also addresses artificial body deformations through plastic surgery, as the most impactful reason for people’s dissatisfaction with their appearance is our exposure to unattainable beauty ideals. In the experimental part of the thesis, I designed a collection of graphic patterns that were realized into textile pieces. Two textile techniques were used: crochet and screen printing. The final collection of textiles can be combined on the body to deform it as much as possible in order to present dissimilarity as something welcome and beautiful. It emphasizes the individual’s unique features that differ from the beauty ideals of today’s society. The textile creations are multifunctional and can be used as clothing or they can become a part of the interior as furniture pieces. The project was concluded with a performance using photography and video.
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