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REGENERATIVE DESIGN STATEMENT


At the Metropolitan Museum of Design Detroit (MM-O-DD), we believe a better future for people and our planet is shaped by the power of design. Our commitment to regenerative design is at the core of everything we do at MM-O-DD as we delve into a more regenerative method to design, seeking out innovative solutions that balance the needs of society while being good stewards of our environment and nature.

OUR PRINCIPLES

  • Environmental Stewardship: MM-O-DD is dedicated to reducing our ecological footprint through sustainable practices in all our programming, exhibitions, and initiatives. To the best of our ability and whenever possible, we use eco-friendly materials, minimizing waste, and promoting energy efficiency.

  • Social Responsibility: MM-O-DD works to ensure that our designs positively impact the communities we serve. This involves engaging with community leaders and businesses to support and foster opportunity in all our endeavors.

  • Innovative Design Solutions: MM-O-DD embraces biodesign to develop regenerative alternatives in mobility, architecture, and everyday products. Our goal is to inspire and implement solutions that are asthectically pleasing and functional while being mindful of their environmental impact.

  • Educational Outreach: MM-O-DD is committed to educating the public about the importance of regenerative design. Through exhibitions, workshops, and collaborations with knowledgeable designers and artists, we raise awareness and inspire action towards a more regenerative future.

  • Collaboration and Community Impact: MM-O-DD believes in the power of collaboration to drive meaningful change. By partnering with local and global organizations, we amplify our impact and contribute to a larger movement towards sustainability through thoughtful design.


At MM-O-DD, we recognize that the choices we make today will determine the health of our planet and well-being of future generations. We are dedicated to leading by example and demonstrating that sustainable design is not only possible but essential. Join us in our mission to create a world where design impacts both people and the planet in positive and transformative ways.

 
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THANK YOU! We appreciate the support from all who value our mission. The outcome is an AH-HA spark toward the future workforce in Design and related fields. MM-O-DD is the only Design Museum in Detroit, which is the only designated UNESCO City of Design in the nation. 
Metropolitan Museum Of Design Detroit is supported in part by an award from the. Ralph C. Wilson Foundation via CultureSource for our Collab Cafe. [aka Memory Cafe], University of Michigan Arts Initiative  for two summer season interns, Wayne State University International project based intensive with multiple students from Germany..

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