As one part of the creative process, artists choose their materials, so as to be able to demonstrate their craft and express what they wish to express. The selection of materials is an important aspect of the design process, as well. When materials and processing techniques are combined, new value is created. Having a face-to-face dialogue with materials is an essential part of the process of creating objects. At this exhibition, we will offer an introduction to the world of design through four sections that will focus on materials ― from wood, to metal, to high-tech materials ― and how they have transformed. The sections are called "Art and Materials," "Innovation and Materials," "An Introduction to Materials," and "Installations: Bringing Art and Design Together." Here at the Toyama Prefectural Museum of Art and Design, where the building itself embodies the allure of materials such as wood, aluminum, and glass, we are creating a place where visitors can have encounters with art and design through dialogue with materials.