By / MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team
With smooth and simple lines, soothing color palettes, and a wide range of expressive faces, this explosively cute world of little monsters offers a glimpse into the everyday life of the real world. Fun expressions and thoughtfully designed scenes are sure to bring smiles to everyone. Asia’s most talked-about design team, “STICKY MONSTER LAB (黏黏怪物研究所),” is celebrating its 10th anniversary with its first-ever large-scale overseas exhibition. Officially authorized and curated in Taiwan, the event brings together classic works from past years, collaboration merchandise, limited-edition plush toys, as well as design drafts and storyboards — offering the most comprehensive showcase of the design team’s works. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to SML, you can gain an in-depth understanding of the unique worldview behind their creations. As Asia’s hottest design team, officially commissioned by global brands such as Nike and Nissan, SML has previously drawn massive crowds and record interest at the Taipei International Toy Show and the Taiwan Design Expo. Now, they bring a long-awaited fantastical amusement-style exhibition that takes audiences on a journey to the SML Monster Planet — an adventure full of surprises.
With smooth and simple lines, soothing color palettes, and a wide range of expressive faces, this explosively cute world of little monsters offers a glimpse into the everyday life of the real world. Fun expressions and thoughtfully designed scenes are sure to bring smiles to everyone. Asia’s most talked-about design team, “STICKY MONSTER LAB (黏黏怪物研究所),” is celebrating its 10th anniversary with its first-ever large-scale overseas exhibition. Officially authorized and curated in Taiwan, the event brings together classic works from past years, collaboration merchandise, limited-edition plush toys, as well as design drafts and storyboards — offering the most comprehensive showcase of the design team’s works. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to SML, you can gain an in-depth understanding of the unique worldview behind their creations. As Asia’s hottest design team, officially commissioned by global brands such as Nike and Nissan, SML has previously drawn massive crowds and record interest at the Taipei International Toy Show and the Taiwan Design Expo. Now, they bring a long-awaited fantastical amusement-style exhibition that takes audiences on a journey to the SML Monster Planet — an adventure full of surprises.
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Monster alert incoming!(Photo provided by Gill Li)
The “Republic of Magnox” has quietly emerged in Taipei, Taiwan. A monster interstellar trip to the SML EXPO is a must this summer of 2017. Pack your suitcase, passport, and boarding pass, put on your unchanging expression along with striped stockings — no visa required for entry. Desolate deserts, cities bustling with runners, giant statues in squares, mysterious laboratories, and lonely rooms — all monster-inhabited zones — are this season’s hottest must-visit attractions.
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What are you waiting for? (Photo provided by Gill Li)
A complete collection of graphic works, videos, collaboration merchandise, and plush toys over the years — dive deep into the design core and uncover the secrets behind the birth of the “Peanut People.” Breaking away from the dull single-route exhibition layout, buildings and rooms in the venue are all interactive or can be viewed from various angles. Climb the stairs to overlook a monster city beyond your imagination; familiar yet unfamiliar monsters may pop up around every corner.
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All ten exhibition zones are fully displayed. (Image source: Sticky Monster Lab 10th Anniversary Exhibition)
Equipped with VR headsets and riding skateboards, dive into a blend of reality and virtuality while exploring classic animations like “The Monsters” and “The Runners” to uncover the magical microcosm of SML. On-site, a 3.5-meter-tall giant plush invades the venue. In the city where monsters reside, surprises await at every turn, and familiar monster characters might brush past you — be careful, “they” could be right next to you.
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This exhibition breaks the limitations of a single-route exhibition layout. (Image source: Sticky Monster Lab 10th Anniversary Exhibition)
Limited-edition merchandise exclusive to this exhibition is personally designed by SML, featuring a blue and orange color scheme reminiscent of airline branding, centered around the concept of travel. Travel-related items, lifestyle stationery, and the most anticipated limited-edition plush toys are all on display. Monster-shaped super-cute cookies and popsicles appear among drinks and light snacks, satisfying both your eyes and taste buds.
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SML EXPO Sticky Monster Lab 10th Anniversary Exhibition. (Image source: Sticky Monster Lab 10th Anniversary Exhibition)
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