Design for Life

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Anyone else watching this new BBC2 series?

It's a bit like "The Apprentice" but with a design/arty twist. I'm enjoying it purely for the egos the French craziness. And that's not the contestants - so far they have been pretty weak. I'm hoping some of them will come out of their shells and make for a good challenge the fewer there are of them.

Latest episode on iPlayer.

 

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though he's only got himself to blame, thanks to his initial selection process, I feel.

Completely agree. One picture? They are really struggling.

I'm no designer but I know people who are that are watching this, and they've made similar comments to you, so I'm guessing you're in design or in education for it.

It's still fascinating to watch, but ultimately as an outsider I'm not personally convinced by Starck's personal ability or prowess. Having said that, I do appreciate his views on presenting a complete product and the story behind it.

I'd have liked to have seen a UK-based product designer in charge - the language barrier just seems to enhance confusion.