BOND x POWRPLNT Sustainable Design Creative Residency
This Fall, POWRPLNT will host its first-ever BOND x POWRPLNT Sustainable Design Young Creative Residency open to 16-24-year-olds interested in exploring sustainable design from ideation to marketplace. This program offers one-to-one mentorship with BOND Hardware, over the course of 3 months to learn the ins and outs of creative entrepreneurship, sustainable business practices, production, product design, creative management, e-commerce, among other fields.
Two Young Creative Residents will also receive access to POWRPLNT’s space, equipment, and technical resources and BOND Hardware production studios.
Based on an application process juried by creative designers + entrepreneurs in the field, participants will be chosen. Over the course of the residency, they will have the chance to create a limited edition work with the support of POWRPLNT x BOND Hardware. The Young Creative Residents will also have the opportunity to present their work in a final showcase and exhibition of their product.
JURY
Dana Hurwitz, Designer + Stylist, BOND Hardware
Anibal Luque, Represents tomorrow's leaders in the creative industries, Luque
Shayne Oliver, Fashion designer, Hood by Air
Mariah Pershadsingh, Art Director + Photographer, BOND Hardware
Jinal Shah, Digital Marketing Leader
How will residency be conducted?
Weekly mentoring meetings of 1 hour long in entrepreneurial, sustainability, production, creative direction, business management, product design, or e-commerce, among other fields.
In-depth Monthly Consultations of 2 hours long
Tech Office Hours
Fabrication + material consultation + introductions to fabricators BOND works with in NYC
Meetings and Critiques
POWRPLNT will organize 2 critiques bringing together creativity in the field to provide feedback on the project ideation and development
Final Presentation
POWRPLNT will organize a public showcase of the BOND x POWRPLNT Sustainable Design Young Creatives Residency Program
Financials
There are no fees associated with this program.
Eligibility
Participants are eligible to apply if they:
Live in the NYC Area
Are 16-24 years old
Can demonstrate an interest in art, technology, design and/or sustainability
Are available September 15- December 15 for mentoring sessions
Questions
Any questions regarding this program please contact digital@powrplnt.org
BOND Hardware is a sustainable jewelry and accessories label, designed and handmade in New York, and recently named a finalist for the 2019 Elaine Gold Launch Pad award. Founded in 2012, designer + stylist Dana Hurwitz started the brand as an experimental project, locally sourcing scrap metal and found industrial objects to adorn looks for New York club kids.
Later joined by creative partner + photographer Mariah Pershadsingh, the duo continues to develop the brand with a focus on innovation and craftsmanship. Often featuring iconic motifs inspired by the power and edge of the New York City subculture, BOND Hardware has collaborated with The Blonds, DKNY, Prabal Gurung, Anonymous Gallery, artist Chloe Wise, among others.
BOND Hardware celebrates self-expression, the bold and the eccentric. BOND Hardware designs with functionality in mind, empowering the wearer through aggressive minimalism, with sharp and sculptural silhouettes.
BOND Hardware is committed to producing ethically and sustainably, carefully choosing metals and processes that minimize environmental impact and respect the wearer: stainless steel, platinum/silver, gold that is nickel-free and hypoallergenic. Pieces are created for lifelong wear.
POWRPLNT
POWRPLNT is a space in Bushwick, Brooklyn where the digital arts community engages the next generation of creators. It functions as a gallery space, internet lounge, and an environment where people from all backgrounds may learn the skills necessary to express themselves creatively in today’s networks. We aim to make the digital world accessible, personal, and more human.