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Motto
Nothing is Simple.
Poland
Jakub
Kozniewski
Design
art in public space
Bio
panGenerator is a new media art & design collective based in Warsaw, Poland, (Krzysztof Cybulski, Krzysztof Goliński and Jakub Koźniewski). Since 2010 the group creates unique projects exploring new means of creative expression and interaction with the audience.
Their works are characterised by blending ephemeral digital realm with physical world. panGenerator is mixing bits & atoms to create audience-engaging, dynamic and tangible experiences in opposition to typically static, hermetic and unapproachable conventions prevalent to traditional, mainstream “modern art” practice.
panGenerator blurs the common divisions between art, design and engineering, creating large scale interactive installations commissioned by cultural institutions and commercial brands as well as purely experimental musical interfaces or speculative and critical pieces of art. Apart from their creative endeavours, the members of the group are engaged in various education initiatives, providing workshops and lectures on new media art and technology worldwide.
Clients
TENCENT (Shimmering Pulse), (Szczecin Philharmonic) Spiralalala, Pilecki Institut Berlin (EROSION), Disney (Mickeyphon), Copernicus Science Center (The Abacus), Katowice City of Gardens (The Wall of Sound), Adam Mickeiwicz Institute (Apparatum)
Awards
Cannes Golden Lions
PrixArs - Ars Electronica
KTR
PGDA
POLITYKA "Passports"
LUMEN PRIZE shortlist
More Speakers and Mentors
Patryk
Hardziej
In Poland after World War II, many designers were active in creating graphic symbols. Due to specific political conditions, these projects could be much more free and artistic than in the West. Besides the Polish poster, it is the graphic symbol that is particularly noteworthy when it comes to design in Poland.
Dohee
Lee
As someone who studied design at a university in Korea, I’ve observed that there are a vast number of design schools in the country. Considering Korea's population size, the number of design graduates is quite substantial. I find this to be an interesting fact when it comes to understanding the Korean design scene.
Yoshiko
Hada
Though this is about illustration, I think there is a tendency to prefer narrative and explanatory elements over visual (graphical ) interest. (But maybe things have changed a bit recently?)
Ada
Zielinska
People from other countries might not know that the design culture in Poland is deeply rooted in both tradition and innovation. The iconic Polish School of Poster, which emerged in the mid-20th century, remains influential, known for its unique blend of surrealism, symbolism, and minimalism. Another lesser-known aspect is the role of graphic design. While Polish posters have gained international recognition, graphic design, including elements like logos, packaging, and printed materials, has only recently been rediscovered and appreciated. Polish graphic design icons such as Karol Śliwka, Jerzy Treutler, and Roman Duszek are behind these influential works.