Disegno #42
Disegno is an international journal dedicated to thoughtful long-from writing on the social, political, environmental and industrial impacts and influences of design disciplines.
In this issue: Transformation
This issue of Disegno explores transformation within design, examining themes of transition, adaptation and renewal. Highlights include Elisa van Joolen's rein-scribing of the plastic bag, Jon Marshall's smartphone alternative for kids, Frederick Paulson kick-flip inspired furniture, Alea Work reveals the moth-infested realities of biomaterials. Plus 63 years of papier-mâché protest in the performances of Bread and Puppet, and RK Collective’s activist stadium bucket seats, made from discarded Iranian headscarves.
London, England, 21x28cm, 128 pages, Semi-annual, Autumn 2026