The Little Thoughts Group
Ever had a spark of an idea where as you pondered deeply, something from nothing seemed to emerge? This is the beauty of an idea; small sparks that have the potential to ignite…
New Members 2010
The Little Thoughts Group is growing in size! We have recruited new members for the 2010 exhibition
PageOne Showcase
Small Thoughts Big Ideas is going places! Inspired by the success of the exhibition last year, PageOne has offered to showcase our work at their Vivocity bookstore!
Recruitment nights for 2010
The Little Thoughts Group has successfully grown in strength! We are now 20 designers coming from almost all the industrial design powerhouses in Singapore! The Little Thoughts Group now comprise of designers from Dell, HP, Philips, Creative, NextOfKin, Orca Design and Sketch Design. Fantastic!
Last year, we were very blessed with generous sponsorship for “Small Thoughts Big Ideas”. We understand that many of these sponsors are kind souls pulling from their own pockets, in the hope of providing local designpreneurs a head start. To these sponsors, we like to express our utmost gratitude again. Your support will go a long way.
This year for 2010, we are determined to grow the momentum. Planning is already underway for our second showcase. So stay tuned! We no longer have the newborn fats from last year’s sponsors, so obvious challenge for us to find fundings and supporters. Still, sheer passion and determination has pulled us through before so there is no reason to stop. Also as some of us will say, “do first, don’t talk so much…”
Having said that, we are on the lookout for partnering sponsors who have use for 20 innovative minds. Be sure to check out our work here. Hopefully that gives an idea of what we can do for you. If you have any thoughts, email us at treasurer@littlethoughts.org.
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VISITORS' COMMENTS
“It is inspiring to see designers coming together, motivated by a simple and common passion to share their little ‘pet projects’, most of it are fun, humorous and simply a reflection of each unique personality. It is especially good to see it happening in S’pore since many in our community often think we lack such passion…not true. These designers clearly demonstrated the spirit of ‘don’t just sit around and talk, get up and do something’ and they did.
This is ‘designpreneur-ship’ in the making.
I look forward to seeing Littlethoughts again next year, the year after…..with more designers joining.”
Low Cheaw HweiSenior Design Director, Philips Design
Organising Chairman of ICSID Design Congress 2009
Board member of the Design Singapore Council“There’s a diversity of quality original works on display and I hope they can be part of a long term exhibition that can be expanded in the near future. Some actually displayed that rare but well executed Asian identity which I find refreshing.
Overall I think this reflects well on the image & quality of Singapore design.
For a developed nation, we’re a nation with a surprising lack of identity and self esteem when it comes to aesthetics and art; from decision makers down to the masses, and I hope this exhibition together with a host of others in the Design Festival will spell the start of an awareness of good quality local design and celebrate a new chapter of confidence in the industry.”
Song Kee HongManaging Director, DESIGN EXCHANGE“I am really impressed by all the design works. Each design is unique and of good quality.
It was an excellent exhibition for me! I like the meaningful slogan of ‘Small Thoughts, Big Ideas’ and the illustrations.”
Pang Song NguanDeputy Head of Department, Research and Development (S.E.A Design)
SHIMANO (SINGAPORE) PTE.LTD
“It is very exciting to see a group a senior designers coming out to do something they do not usually do. It was a very big surprise for me to see the huge fans of the exhibition at the Opening which go to show that people still quite care about design.
In addition, I think this is a very good social event for the design society as it really brings people together. The number of different type of projects was also very interesting. However, if there is a theme, that would be even better.
From the perspective of process, as far as I understand, lots of people struggle alot during this stage, which shows the lack of supportive design environment in Singapore as a whole. However, you can see most of the people are determined and complete the project by alternative ways, which reflects the great spirit of Singaporean designers.
In terms of outcome, I think it is quite impressive. Many of the designs show small ideas but which are very useful and valuable to our daily life.”
Yen Ching ChiuanDirector of Industrial Design Programme
Assistant Professor, Department of Architecture
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE- read more comments »
