Masterclass I 4 Episodes

Moving Interiors with Marcello Gandini

Moving Interiors with Marcello Gandini is a masterclass series exploring the evolution of automobile interior design, guiding students through dynamic and innovative concepts in four insightful lectures.

Episode 2: The Ship in the Bottle

27 April 2025 | Produced by Qatar Auto Museum and VCUarts Qatar

Marcello Gandini explores the challenges of designing interiors within a pre-constructed exterior, much like placing a ship in a bottle. Gandini highlights the significance of moving parts – especially doors – and how they connect, divide, protect, and reveal, blending both function and artistry.

Qatar Auto Museum

In this episode, Marcello Gandini delves into the intricate relationship between exterior form and interior function, likening the process to crafting a delicate balance between container and contents. Drawing parallels between automotive and architectural design, he explores how elements like doors, windows, and partitions play pivotal roles in shaping spatial experience and functionality.