Netflix Gets Exhibit in London’s Design Museum

variety.com:

K.J. Yossman Netflix will join iconic names including Stanley Kubrick, Christian Louboutin and Ferrari with a dedicated exhibition in London’s Design Museum.The exhibition, which will launch this summer, will celebrate Netflix’s tenth anniversary since launching in the U.K.

An exact launch date for the exhibition has not yet been confirmed.Although details of the exhibition are currently being kept under wraps – including what shows might be highlighted and whether items such as props and costumes might be on display – the display will emphasize the company’s focus on storytelling.Netflix has also promised visitors to the museum will get a look at some “fan favorites” – although which of the streamer’s popular shows might be included hasn’t yet been revealed. “Today, we’re thrilled to announce a new partnership with the Design Museum in London — the world’s leading museum devoted to contemporary design in every form — for a new exhibit celebrating our design journey,” Steve Johnson, Netflix’s vice president of design, wrote in a blogpost.“Our new immersive exhibition will take a closer look at the key elements of the Netflix experience, its evolution over time, and our underpinning design philosophy.

The exhibit will also showcase this design journey from a different perspective through fan favourites.”“When something is designed well, it makes life easier, gives us joy and brings people together.