Maker Days 2024 Award Nominees: Mad Emergent Caravan and More
The annual Maker Days event is just around the corner, and this year’s lineup of nominees for the Most Innovative Maker and Most Innovative Product awards is sure to impress. Among the contenders are some truly unique and groundbreaking creations that are pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation.
One standout nominee is the Carpentopod by Giliam de Carpentier, a 12-legged walking coffee table that combines intricate design with advanced engineering. The innovative leg mechanism, inspired by the ‘Strandbeest’ linkage, offers unparalleled smoothness and stability, making it a truly one-of-a-kind piece.
Another exciting entry is Collective Strokes by Luis Ferreira, a collaborative digital painting project that allows multiple participants to create art together using wearable devices. By moving and interacting with the screen, users can contribute to a dynamic and evolving artwork that grows with each new participant.
3D.1 (jedi) by Joana Coronel Soler and Alice GielenJ. is a low-cost computing 3D weaving jacquard loom that is revolutionizing the traditional weaving process. This innovative tool empowers weavers to experiment with new techniques and designs, bridging the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modern technology.
Other nominees include the Droplet Generator Demonstration System by Theo Driessen, Cubic Chess by Jang Graat, How To Build Your Own Keyboard by Sander Geraedts, and the QUOPENER – Easy Jar Opener by Taco Elzing. Each of these projects offers a unique and innovative approach to their respective fields, showcasing the incredible talent and creativity of the makers involved.
The winners of the Most Innovative Maker and Most Innovative Product awards will be announced at the Maker Days event on September 14th, where a panel of experts will select the top contenders. With such a diverse and impressive lineup of nominees, this year’s awards ceremony is sure to be a highlight of the event. Don’t miss your chance to witness these groundbreaking creations in person and be inspired by the future of innovation.