Book: The World of Plastic Models
The book delves into Gundam plastic models as a rich design object, tracing their history, aesthetic, and the intricate process of assembly. It reflects on how these models blur the lines between mass-produced toys and deeply personal acts of creation, emphasizing craftsmanship, ritual, and nostalgia.
Instructor: Philip Dibello
Magazine: Play Culture of Constructive Toys
The magazine expands the narrative to a broader cultural context, exploring how constructive toys function within play communities. Through essays, interviews, and visual storytelling, it highlights the social, imaginative, and educational aspects of building-based play, revealing how these objects shape interaction, identity, and creativity.