Fridays at The Station: Detroit Month of Design Takeover
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This September, Michigan Central joins forces with Design Core for a Detroit Month of Design takeover of Fridays at The Station. From 6-10 p.m., the Station will become a dynamic showcase for Detroit’s creative energy, with a film screening and live performance by Rick Williams, an evening of conversation and music in The Study, installations from designers in the Grand Hall, and more.
The evening begins with a 20-minute documentary film that chronicles the making of Introducing Metal Feet, an original vinyl album created by Rick Williams produced by JRGottheHits. Using tap as percussion, Rick transforms his feet into an instrument, blending rhythm, music, and improvisation. Following the film, experience a live performance by Rick Williams (Metal Feet) and a live band, joined by DJ BlaaqGold and other special guests.
The night also includes a moderated panel on how objects, sounds, and experiences shape the way we connect. Speakers include architect Jaimelyn Neher, artist Salam Rida, audio engineer Daniel Tomczak, and Design Core’s Kiana Wenzell. Following the conversation, EDNA will bring the energy in the Study on the Bing Audio soundsystem.
In the Grand Hall, designers will show new and in-progress work from across the country. They include Basalt, Design.Declassified x Jason Alexander, Elizabeth Dizik (Lawrence Technological University), Domino Modular, and Liisa Salonen. Outside, Salam Rida’s work will extend the experience beyond The Station walls. Live drawing by Nicole Jarecz will happen throughout the evening.
Come explore new ideas, meet the people shaping Detroit’s design future, and experience one of the city’s most iconic spaces in a new way. A full bar, local shopping, and curated food offerings will also be available for purchase.
The evening begins with a 20-minute documentary film that chronicles the making of Introducing Metal Feet, an original vinyl album created by Rick Williams produced by JRGottheHits. Using tap as percussion, Rick transforms his feet into an instrument, blending rhythm, music, and improvisation. Following the film, experience a live performance by Rick Williams (Metal Feet) and a live band, joined by DJ BlaaqGold and other special guests.
The night also includes a moderated panel on how objects, sounds, and experiences shape the way we connect. Speakers include architect Jaimelyn Neher, artist Salam Rida, audio engineer Daniel Tomczak, and Design Core’s Kiana Wenzell. Following the conversation, EDNA will bring the energy in the Study on the Bing Audio soundsystem.
In the Grand Hall, designers will show new and in-progress work from across the country. They include Basalt, Design.Declassified x Jason Alexander, Elizabeth Dizik (Lawrence Technological University), Domino Modular, and Liisa Salonen. Outside, Salam Rida’s work will extend the experience beyond The Station walls. Live drawing by Nicole Jarecz will happen throughout the evening.
Come explore new ideas, meet the people shaping Detroit’s design future, and experience one of the city’s most iconic spaces in a new way. A full bar, local shopping, and curated food offerings will also be available for purchase.
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Where is it happening?
2001 15th Street, Detroit, MI, United States, Michigan 48216
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Host or PublisherMichigan Central
