walk-in design object

Audi.

Design Miami/ is the leading international exhibition for design objects and represents the increasing convergence between design and art. This atmosphere provides the ideal setting to present the e-tron Spyder as a dynamic way to leave the fuel-dependent past behind, embedded in the scenography of an archetypical and yet modified charging station. The spectacular and futuristic metal coating of all external construction elements, their reflection of the surroundings, transform it into an unreal, soon to be outdated type of construction and present it as a walk-in design object. The fuel pump – locked into a glass cabinet – morphs into a museum piece, while the interior space contains warm and contemporary natural materials.

e-tron Spyder

Design Miami/ is the leading international exhibition for design objects and represents the increasing convergence between design and art. Never before have design and art been as interwoven as today. Designers create objects of art, and artists' works are commissioned by commercial enterprises. People from all over the world with an interest in the arts and design are attracted to Design Miami/, a subsidiary of Art Miami Basel, looking for inspiration and fresh thoughts from the interplay between both worlds.

This atmosphere provides the ideal setting to present the e-tron Spyder, an exceptional vehicle featuring spectacular design and sensational technology. For the fifth time now, Audi is a sponsor of the fair and an exhibitor; in 2010, elements from the realms of architecture, design, and spatial presentation were merged into the groundbreaking concept "e-den".

The development from hybrid to pure electric cars will change the future. Apart from the positive effects on environment and resources, this will have huge impacts on infrastructure. Parking lots and garages will become charging stations. Because filling up your car on electricity takes longer than tanking up on fossil fuels, stations of the future will have to accommodate these changing requirements, like extended waiting periods. Charging stations won't be the same again.

charging station of the future

The “charging station of the future” will become a meeting place, for a break, a coffee, or a snack. - And on the Design Mimai/ a walk-in design object.